Badgers and licensing Licences are available for certain purposes to permit actions that might otherwise constitute an offence against badgers.
Protected species: badgers Dedicated legislation protects the badger and also the setts where it lives. See a summary of offences against badgers, and learn how to spot a sett. 12 Apr, 2017
Calling local artists Entries are now open to artists wishing to contribute to this year's Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival Art Exhibition. News - 24 April
Every chough counts An insight into some of the ways farmers are helping to support Scotland’s critically endangered chough. Blog - 24 April
Luchd-ealain ionadail gan gairm Thathar a’ gabhail ri tagraidhean bho luchd-ealain a bhiodh airson cur ri Taisbeanadh Ealain aig Fèis Fiadh-bheatha nan Eilean am-bliadhna. News - 24 April
Healthy peatlands - nature's firewall How peatland restoration is helping prevent the spread of wild fires. Blog - 19 April
Deer management targets met Deer management targets have been met, thanks to long-term collaborative efforts from estates. News - 23 April
New tech to modernise deer management From drones to AI, new technologies are changing the face of wildlife management. Blog - 16 April