News Releases
Wave and tidal energy study finds no long-term disturbance to wildlife
13 June, 2017
Marine mammals and seabirds will continue to use the waters around operational wave and tidal renewable energy devices, finds a report published today (Tuesday) by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
The Big Bog Gallery - Flanders Moss to take part in arts festival
01 June, 2017
Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve near Stirling is to become an outdoor art gallery as part of the Forth Valley Art Beat festival.
Most comprehensive ever North-East mammal atlas launched
01 June, 2017
The most comprehensive description ever of land mammals in North-East Scotland was launched in Aberdeen this week, showcasing animals as varied as pine martens, wildcats, bats, deer, seals – and even humans.
Top scientists appointed to advise Scottish Natural Heritage
30 May, 2017
Eight outstanding scientists have been appointed to support the scientific work of Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH). The new members will join SNH’s Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) and Expert Panel to help the organisation protect Scotland’s outstanding nature and landscapes with rigorous scientific evidence.
SNH revokes licence on Raeshaw Estate after suspected wildlife crime offences
26 May, 2017
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has revoked a licence to control wild birds at Raeshaw Estates as a result of on-going concerns about wildlife crime.
Discover Loch Leven with a fun family day
18 May, 2017
One of Scotland’s most popular nature reserves, Loch Leven, is staging its fun-filled, family-friendly Discovery Day for the twelfth year.
Statistical News Release: The Proportion of Scotland's Protected Sites in Favourable Condition 2017
12 May, 2017
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland12th May 2017
Scotland sees newest nature reserves
11 May, 2017
The Board of Scottish Natural Heritage today approved the award of the National Nature Reserve accolade to Glencoe and Mar Lodge Estate.
A formal declaration will take place at a special event later this year.
Isle of May NNR hosts archaeological exhibition
11 May, 2017
The fascinating archaeological story of the Isle of May will be on show from 17 May, as part of the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology.
High risk of deer on roads in May
11 May, 2017
A new report commissioned jointly by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and Transport Scotland reveals collisions between vehicles and deer have increased by 10% in Scotland since previous figures were collated.