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An t-Eun Subhach a tha a’ Ro-innse Bàs / The Joyful Bird that Foretells Death

Posted on May 24, 2019 by

Tha a’ chuthag subhach, ach faodaidh i naidheachd dhuilich a ghiùlan leatha, co-dhiù a rèir beul-aithris / The cuckoo is a happy bird but can carry sad news, according to Gaelic tradition An t-Eun Subhach a tha a’ Ro-innse Bàs … Continue reading →

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Helping Orkney’s Native Wildlife Thrive

Posted on May 17, 2019 by

The Orkney Islands, just off the north east coast of Scotland, are home to priceless natural heritage and it’s this unique environment that the Orkney Native Wildlife Project protects. Although the combined land area of the 70 islands is less … Continue reading →

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Beautiful but deadly – the plant with a dark side

Posted on May 15, 2019 by

Rhododendron may appear beautiful – but one type of this impressive looking plant is posing a deadly threat to Scotland’s rainforest plants and lichens. Rhododendron ponticum, a majestic shrub with its early summer explosions of bright pink blooms, is a … Continue reading →

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Livestock Worrying – “Your Dog – Your Responsibility”

Posted on April 26, 2019 by

Enjoying the outdoors with your dog can be a fantastic experience but it’s important to remember to explore responsibly. Many people live, work and day-trip in the countryside so there are many things to think about when looking after your … Continue reading →

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Taking the Lead on Responsible Dog Handling

Posted on April 8, 2019 by

As weather continues to improve you may be looking for new places to explore but remember that dogs and livestock rarely mix well. This week we have a guest post from Karen Ramoo, a Policy Adviser in Access, Conservation & … Continue reading →

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SNH seabird scientist on lessons learned in Antarctica

Posted on April 4, 2019 by

Early this year, I travelled to Antarctica for three weeks, with 79 women from all over the world, in the culmination of a year-long women in science leadership development programme called Homeward Bound. This ground-breaking initiative aims to increase representation … Continue reading →

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Badgering away in Scotland

Posted on March 21, 2019 by

Our guest blogger today, Eddie Palmer, is the chairman of Scottish Badgers. Eddie tells us all about these charismatic animals — and what we can do to help protect them. Our Scottish badger is the same animal that is found right … Continue reading →

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Scottish Natural Heritage Staff Reveal Their Favourite Dog Walks

Posted on March 19, 2019 by

Scotland has so many great places to walk and what better way to experience them than with a furry friend at your side! With plenty of fantastic options it’s hard to choose where to go so we’ve asked our Scottish … Continue reading →

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Scotland shines in springtime

Posted on February 28, 2019 by

Spring is in the air and as nature begins to wake up there has never been a better time to visit Scotland’s National Nature Reserves. Whether you’re wildlife spotting or just want to get out and enjoy some fresh air … Continue reading →

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Tiny shells and hidden animals

Posted on February 15, 2019 by

Do you like snails? The gastropod molluscs commonly found in your garden are probably the first thing that spring to mind. Or maybe you smell garlic and see a yummy plate of l’escargot.  However, this small word covers an array … Continue reading →

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