News Releases
Major survey set to start on Ben Nevis North Face
06 August, 2014
Climbers are set to take part in the most detailed botanical survey ever to be carried out on part of Britain’s highest mountain.
SNH advice for walkers as deer stalking season begins
05 August, 2014
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is advising walkers heading for the hills this Autumn to check ahead for possible deer stalking taking place on estates.
Trad Folk on Hard Rock
04 August, 2014
A nature reserve in the south west of Scotland is hosting the very best of traditional Scottish folk music and a guided geology this Saturday (9 August).
Orkney goose management project enters third year
31 July, 2014
A project to manage geese populations in Orkney is set to enter its third year, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has confirmed.
SNH publishes new guidance on wind farm visualisations
31 July, 2014
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has today published new guidance on visualisations of proposed wind farms.
Artworks in the frame at SNH’s Taynish reserve this summer
29 July, 2014
Taynish National Nature Reserve, owned and managed by Scottish Natural Heritage, (SNH) is the place for art lovers this summer with three exhibitions taking place.
Spotting dolphins on the Isle of May
25 July, 2014
Visitors to the Isle of May National Nature Reserve are invited to take part in a whale and dolphin survey between 26 July and 3 August.
Whales could benefit from additional MPAs
24 July, 2014
In addition to the 30 marine protected areas (MPAs) in Scottish waters announced today, a further four sites could benefit species of whales, dolphins and sharks. This is according to a new report by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
New report on prospects for golden eagles in South Scotland
16 July, 2014
A report published today finds that South Scotland could support up to 16 pairs of golden eagles.
Free summer fun at Tentsmuir
16 July, 2014
A series of free family events – including nature crafts, a geocaching trail and fun quizzes – is taking place at Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve this summer.