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Urban wildlife surprises

Posted on January 11, 2016 by NatureScot

The Aberdeen Green Times recently published an interesting item drawing attention to urban species that turn up unexpectedly and create a bit of a surprise. The focus of their article was the water rail, but it could just as easily … Continue reading →

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Swallows and heavy water – the making of a remarkable scientist

Posted on September 24, 2015 by NatureScot

Professor Des Thompson, our Principal Adviser on Biodiversity, celebrates the pioneering work of life scientist Professor Dave Bryant, who celebrates his 70th birthday today. Along with the spring return of swallows in 1972 a young lecturer arrived at Stirling University’s … Continue reading →

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