Scotland’s seabirds disturbed by rising boat traffic

INCREASED boat traffic is disturbing many of Scotland's seabirds, according to new research by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO). The charity monitored 11 species...

Butterflies face climate threats in Scotland

BUTTERFLIES in Scotland are facing threats from climate change, despite a temporary rise in their numbers. That's the warning from NatureScot, the Scottish Government agency...
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Look out for shelduck feathers at the beach

SCIENTISTS are asking visitors to beaches to look out for shelduck feathers this summer. Shelduck replace their feathers by moutling over the summer. They can't...

Great British Beach Clean launches today

THE Marine Conservation Society (MCS) is today launching its annual Great British Beach Clean. The charity wants volunteers to help clean beaches on 16-25 September,...

Balmoral Estate among wildlife award winners

THE Queen's Balmoral Estate is among seven recipients of Wildlife Estates Scotland (WES) accreditation. The international award recognises the estates' and farms' ongoing work in...

Glasgow votes for more local nature reserves

COUNCILLORS in Glasgow are to create more local nature reserves (LNRs) and extend some existing sites. A total of 22 open spaces are poised to...


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