News Releases
Nature site set to see action to improve Scots pine woodland
25 August, 2015
The most northerly estuary on Scotland's east coast, Loch Fleet National Nature Reserve (NNR) is set for work aimed at conserving and enhancing its native Scots pine woodland.
Youngsters discover Scotland’s wilderness through Scottish Natural Heritage and The Outward Bound Trust partnership
21 August, 2015
Issued on behalf of the Outward Bound Trust
106 young people from Fife and Lochaber benefited from Outward Bound® courses this month with a real focus on natural heritage learning thanks to a partnership between The Outward Bound Trust and Scottish Natural Heritage.
SNH advice for walkers during deer stalking season
19 August, 2015
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has launched a revamped version of the Heading for the Scottish Hills service, which allows walkers to check ahead for possible deer stalking taking place on estates. This helps reduce the chance of disturbing stag stalking during the peak season from late summer to 20th October.
£3.5 million project to restore River Dee
14 August, 2015
‘Pearls in Peril’ LIFE project: In-stream restoration on the River Dee at Banchory and Sluie/Commonty
A boost for golden eagles in South Scotland
14 August, 2015
Building on a report published by Scottish Natural Heritage last year, a new project will help boost the number of golden eagles in the South of Scotland. The project will look in detail at further work needed to revive the population, and build on the excellent partnership forged to realise the ambition of having more of these birds in the south.
Talks continue on future status of site
13 August, 2015
Discussions on the Glen Roy National Nature Reserve with Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and Lochaber Geopark Association, which raises awareness of geology, are continuing.
New National Nature Reserve will be UK’s largest
13 August, 2015
The UK’s newest and largest National Nature Reserve (NNR) – The Great Trossachs Forest – took a step closer to reality today (13 August), after it was approved by the Board of Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
Taking the Lead - Advice for land managers to encourage responsible dog walking
12 August, 2015
Dog walkers allowing their dogs to worry livestock or leaving dog dirt behind are problems many farmers, crofters and land owners struggle with every day.
SNH launches consultation on second Gaelic Language Plan
11 August, 2015
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has today launched a public consultation on its proposed second Gaelic Language Plan.
Cooperation helping hen harriers in Scotland
07 August, 2015
The Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime Scotland (PAW Scotland) ‘Heads Up for Harriers’ project has recorded some notable successes in its first full season, with a total of twelve young birds fledging from three successful nests. A further three nests failed, two as a result of bad weather and another due to fox predation. Members of the public have been providing lots of sightings, and several estates have been working closely with PAW Scotland. All of this is adding to the understanding of the distribution of harriers and why nests fail.