Tag Archives: Marine Protected Areas

Surveying for flapper skate eggs

Posted on December 16, 2021 by NatureScot

Last week it was announced that the critically-endangered flapper skate is to gain further protection with the extension of Red Rocks and Longay urgent Marine Protected Area (MPA) in the Inner Sound of Skye. In our latest blog, we take … Continue reading →

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A world of riches above and below Scotland’s seas

Posted on August 31, 2016 by NatureScot

 A colourful catalogue showcasing the rich biodiversity in Scotland’s seas has just been published on our website. Illustrated with photos and maps, the intriguing catalogue describes Scotland’s 81 Priority Marine Features (PMFs). PMFs are the habitats and species considered to be … Continue reading →

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Sharing information about Scotland’s special seas

Posted on November 12, 2015 by NatureScot

At almost half a million square kilometres the sea around Scotland is six times the size of our land mass and home to huge variety of internationally and nationally important wildlife. From the smallest plankton, the foundation of marine ecosystems, … Continue reading →

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Out of sight, brought to mind

Posted on September 10, 2014 by NatureScot

How can we show people the rich variety of wildlife and the dramatic landscapes hidden in Scotland’s seas? How do we help people to gain a better understanding of an area’s special features and how they interact with each other? … Continue reading →

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