News Releases
Campaign offers advice for dog owners around livestock
13 March, 2019
Dog owners are being encouraged to take extra care around livestock when enjoying the great outdoors this spring.
Hopeful signs of limited Rum wildfire damage
05 March, 2019
A wildfire on the Isle of Rum last April has been assessed as having a low to medium impact, according to a report published by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) today.
NEW INTERNATIONAL REPORT SETS OUT HOW SCOTTISH WILDCATS CAN BE SAVED FROM EXTINCTION
27 February, 2019
Plans for the essential next steps to give the wildcat a sustainable future are underway, following a report by members of The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Cat Specialist Group.
Applications open for funding to restore Scotland’s peatlands
25 February, 2019
The latest Peatland ACTION Fund round is now open with £1.5 million available to restore damaged peatlands across Scotland.
Sun-loving stonefly spotters sought
22 February, 2019
Nature-lovers are being urged to help shed light on a rare winter sun-loving insect.
Could you help stop mink in their tracks?
19 February, 2019
A major new project working in Highland and Eastern Perthshire, the Scottish Invasive Species Initiative, is looking for people to get involved in work to help remove American mink from the countryside.
‘Why invest in nature?’ Short Film Competition launches for 2019
18 February, 2019
Young filmmakers with a passion for nature are being sought for a new competition that aims to encourage businesses to see the benefits of the natural world.
Owls put on dramatic show at North East beauty spot
13 February, 2019
Dramatic scenes of short-eared owls swooping on prey at North East beauty spot this winter have been captured by former Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) manager, Ron Macdonald, at Forvie National Nature Reserve.
Choose an alternative to roses for Valentine’s Day
12 February, 2019
Cut flowers are a firm favourite when it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts but this year Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) encouraging romantics to keep nature in the day but choose gifts that won’t wilt in a week and can help your local wildlife too.
Take inspiration from nature this Valentine’s Day
11 February, 2019
Valentine’s Day is rapidly approaching, and in a world of dating apps, social media and swiping left or right; finding - and impressing - the Love of Your Life is at the top of the agenda for many romantics. But if you’re looking to go beyond the usual champagne and chocolates, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) suggests looking at nature for inspiration.