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Avian flu threatens survival of some bird species in Scotland, study suggests

The NatureScot report analysed the effects of the unprecedented avian flu outbreak among wild birds since 2021.

The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2023

Nearly three quarters of Scots want to see 'wilder' national parks

NEARLY three quarters of Scots want to see wilder national parks with areas devoted to rewilding, according to new research.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 5, 2023

Critically-endangered pearl mussels discovered in Scottish lochs for first time

CRITICALLY-ENDANGERED freshwater pearl mussels have been found in Scotland’s lochs for the first time, according to scientists.

The National (Scotland) · Apr 4, 2023

Lorna Slater's £2bn deal to sell carbon offsetting forestry credits branded 'greenwashing'

Carbon offsetting deal agreed by Greens minister Lorna Slater could allow tax avoiders to cash in on Scottish forests.

Daily Record · Mar 26, 2023

First ever Scottish wildcats to be released into Highlands in conservation bid

THE first ever release of Scottish wildcats back into nature is set to take place later this year.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 24, 2023

What next for this landmark Scottish castle after potential buyer drops bid?

“WHAT the hell can be done to make this castle not a liability but an asset?”

The National (Scotland) · Mar 21, 2023

Puffins return to the Isle of May - here is how to see them up close

One of Scotland's most magical seabirds, the puffins are returning to the island in the Firth of Forth and it's a great time to get out and see them in their natural habitat.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 21, 2023

Millionaire mogul pulls out of buying crumbling Kinloch Castle and blasts Greens over 'horrible process'

Kinloch Castle on the Isle Rum, Inner Hebrides, has been owned by heritage body Nature Scot since 1957 and was used as a youth hostel until 2015.

Daily Record · Mar 21, 2023

Millionaire Brexiteer drops bid to buy Scottish castle, blames the Greens

A MULTIMILLIONAIRE Brexiteer has dropped his bid to buy a small Hebridean island’s iconic castle.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 18, 2023

Boost for upper Teith catchment restoration scheme with £67k grant

Plans aim to improve habitats for salmon, trout and freshwater pearl mussels.

Daily Record · Mar 16, 2023