News Releases
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.
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.
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.
The Understanding Predation project identifies pathways to address conflict
08 February, 2016
Sent on behalf of Scotland’s Moorland Forum
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).
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.