Tag Archives: Inverness

Stones of Inverness

Posted on June 16, 2021 by NatureScot

Stones with special names and stories – in and around the Highland capital – are among the treasures highlighted in a new book published by NatureScot. Leugh ann an Gàidhlig As the author of the recently published ‘Place-Names of Inverness and … Continue reading →

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Clachan Inbhir Nis

Posted on June 16, 2021 by NatureScot

Tha clachan le ainmean agus dualchas sònraichte – ann an agus timcheall prìomh bhaile na Gàidhealtachd – am measg nan neamhnaidhean ann an leabhar ùr a chaidh fhoillseachadh le NatureScot. Read in English Mar ùghdar an leabhair ‘Place-Names of Inverness … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Pond?

Posted on April 27, 2016 by NatureScot

Are Inverness drainage ponds supporting biodiversity and community health? Marcia Rae, Graduate Research Assistant – SuDS for Highland Council, looks at the benefits these drainage systems can give to urban living. The urban environment is increasing at an ever-faster rate … Continue reading →

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An urban life aquatic

Posted on November 27, 2015 by NatureScot

Newts, diving beetles, shrimp – a project in Inverness has found that the city’s drainage systems are home to a surprising array of aquatic wildlife. The year-long study, funded by SNH and the Highland Council, builds on previous work which … Continue reading →

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