News Releases
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.
SNH launches pollinator public consultation
21 December, 2015
SNH today launches a public consultation on a strategy to protect pollinating insects in Scotland.
SNH Board seeking new members
18 December, 2015
People interested in helping to look after Scotland’s spectacular nature are being invited to apply to be a member of the Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) board.
Latest survey shows declining pearl mussel numbers
17 December, 2015
Freshwater pearl mussels may now be extinct from several rivers in Scotland, a major new survey from Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has confirmed.
West Sands dunes transformed by unique partnership
15 December, 2015
The special dunes at the West Sands in St Andrews are recovering well, according to a recent survey by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
Peatlands plan to combat climate change
04 December, 2015
Another 3,000 hectares of Scotland’s peatlands will begin the road to recovery this winter, Environment Minister Aileen McLeod has announced.
SNH invite Lewis & Harris residents to goose management meeting
04 December, 2015
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is inviting anyone who is interested in goose management on Lewis and Harris to attend the next goose management meeting.
STATISTICAL NEWS RELEASE: INDEX OF ABUNDANCE FOR SCOTTISH TERRESTRIAL BREEDING BIRDS
03 December, 2015
Statistical News Release
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland
3 Dec 2015
INDEX OF ABUNDANCE FOR SCOTTISH TERRESTRIAL BREEDING BIRDS, 1994 TO 2014