Tag Archives: YCW2020

A blizzard of butterflies – “an incredible day” counting northern brown argus

Posted on March 2, 2021 by NatureScot

The northern brown argus, at this time of year, is in its twilight months as a hungry caterpillar. The larvae will begin to pupate in May and emerge as butterflies to brighten up small patches of the Scottish countryside through … Continue reading →

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YCW2020 A Day in the Life – Freshwater and Wetlands Advice Manager Iain Sime

Posted on December 18, 2020 by NatureScot

During the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020, we’ve been featuring NatureScot staff working along our shorelines and waterways to gain an insight into the varied work they do. In our final blog of the series, we join Freshwater and … Continue reading →

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#YCW2020 A Day in the Life – Peatland ACTION Project Officer Matthew Cook

Posted on November 26, 2020 by NatureScot

During the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020, we’ve been featuring NatureScot staff and partners working along our shorelines and waterways to gain an insight into the varied work they do. This month we hear from Matthew Cook, from the Crichton … Continue reading →

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Dis-guising water beasts!

Posted on October 30, 2020 by NatureScot

Preparing a spooky disguise this Halloween? Did you know that, in our celebrated rivers and lochs, there are many animals that also like to use camouflage at this time of year? Some are even quite gruesome! Find out more about … Continue reading →

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