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Have your say on managing your local National Nature Reserve

23 February, 2016

Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is asking for views on its plans for the future management of Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve (NNR) in Dumfries.

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Have your say on Shetland Reserve management

12 February, 2016

Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is asking for views on its plans for the future management of Britain’s most northerly National Nature Reserve (NNR) in Shetland.

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People invited to an SNH reception at Lochmaddy Hotel, North Uist

12 February, 2016

Local people are being invited along to an informal reception held by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) at the Lochmaddy Hotel, North Uist, from 7 to 8:30 pm on Monday 22 February 2016.

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The Understanding Predation project identifies pathways to address conflict

08 February, 2016

Sent on behalf of Scotland’s Moorland Forum

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Top prize for Scottish PhD student

08 February, 2016

A prestigious and fiercely contested science prize has been awarded to a student based at the James Hutton Institute and the University of Aberdeen, and funded by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).

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Scottish Saltmarsh Survey report published

28 January, 2016

Results from Scotland’s first comprehensive national survey of an important coastal habitat have been published today (Thursday) by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA).

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Largest ever survey of Scottish wildcats commences

27 January, 2016

The largest-ever survey of Scottish wildcats is now underway with more than 300 trail cameras live as from today.

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Fresh moves to manage Lewis and Harris greylag population

22 January, 2016

A fresh drive to reduce the Lewis and Harris greylag goose population starts on 1 February with shooting taking place where previously agreed with the landowner and occupier.

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Tagging project confirms Sea of the Hebrides importance to basking sharks

21 January, 2016

A pioneering three-year project to learn some of the secrets of Scotland’s basking sharks by using satellite tag technology has shown an area off the west coast to be truly important for these giant fish.

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Free wetlands walk at Loch Leven

21 January, 2016

A free guided walk showcasing Loch Leven’s spectacular wildlife will take place on Sunday, 31 January.

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