Hares and licensing NatureScot grant licences to control mountain hare throughout the year or brown hare in the closed season, but only for specific purposes. 12 Apr, 2017
Licensing forms and guidance Find the relevant licence application form, return form and guidance. 12 Jun, 2017
Beavers could help woodland creation Careful design could help new woodlands thrive in areas where beavers are present, according to a new report. News - 13 February
Scotland's geodiversity charter Dr Colin MacFadyen tells us how the refreshed Geodiversity Charter promotes geodiversity as an integral part of nature and society. Blog - 04 February
Long-term increase in how Scottish nature benefits people The biennial Natural Capital Asset Index (NCAI) looks at the economic benefits to people, tracking annual changes in our ecosystems. News - 12 February
Spotlight on our unique gull species We take a closer look at the five most encountered species. Blog - 31 January
20 years of world-leading access to the outdoors Scotland celebrates the 20 years of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. News - 09 February
Partans and Other Crabs Roddy Maclean investigates native species of crab as viewed through the eyes of the Gael. Blog - 30 January