Tag Archives: Red deer

Month of the stags

Posted on October 20, 2022 by NatureScot

The roar of rutting red deer across a Highland glen or hillside is one of the most evocative sounds of autumn as stags battle for dominance of territory and hinds. For many people it represents the quintessential Scottish wildlife experience. … Continue reading →

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Deer count from the air

Posted on May 15, 2015 by NatureScot

Jamie Hammond is a Deer Management Officer for Scottish Natural Heritage. One of the more dramatic tasks he works on is helicopter-based census work. It’s a tried and trusted way to accurately count deer, and here he reveals a little … Continue reading →

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Magical Creag Meagaidh

Posted on December 24, 2014 by NatureScot

A National Nature Reserve since 1986 Creag Meagaidh straddles the west and east Highlands and is a popular summer visitor destination. With well-marked paths, picnic areas and a lively information shelter it has a lot to offer. A range of … Continue reading →

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Species of the month – red deer

Posted on October 21, 2014 by NatureScot

The roar of red deer stags across a Highland glen is one of the most evocative sounds of a Scottish autumn. For many of us who take to the hills at this time of year, hearing that wild sound and … Continue reading →

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