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Explore our information library, Scotland’s nature publications, current research projects, interesting blogs and fascinating podcasts.

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News at NatureScot

View the latest news on all aspects of the work that we do at NatureScot to promote and care for Scotland's nature and landscapes.
Publications and documents

Holds our most recent publications, commissioned or research reports, policy and guidance documents, and archived resources.
Podcasts

In each episode you'll find numerous ways to connect with - and protect - our amazing natural world. Immerse yourself and #MakeSpaceForNature in your life.
Blogs

Blogs about Scotland's fabulous natural heritage. Find out what's been happening on our NNRs, or read highlights of our work through the stories written by our staff and guests.
Webinars

NatureScot are delivering a series of ‘Planning for Great Places’ webinars, covering various development and natural heritage related topics.
Seminars

NatureScot seminars are organised to foster conversations and share knowledge and experiences across the government agencies.
Research

A research report is the main output from almost all of our research projects.
NatureScot data services

SiteLink is one of our most used tools providing a range of information on Protected Areas across Scotland.
Indicators & trends

To understand how our natural environment is changing over time, view Scotland's indicators and our publications on trends.
Official statistics

Read our published official statistics for protected nature sites and terrestrial breeding birds.
Newsletters

We have a selection of newsletters for you to choose from: NatureScot Science and Planning for Great Places.

News & Blogs

The Natural & Cultural Heritage Fund (NCHF) has been hailed a success for supporting 13 major new projects.

Sue Marrs, NatureScot’s Freshwater Policy Manager, shares some easy tips for using less water in your garden.

Thathar a’ comharrachadh soirbheas na Maoin Dualchais Nàdarra is Cultarail (NCHF) às dèidh dhi taic a chur ri 13 pròiseactan ùra cudromach.

News - 30 Cèitean 2023

NatureScot's Project Manager for 30x30 and Nature explains why this year is an important marker for Scotland.

Species on the Edge, has begun its four-and-a-half-year programme of conservation activity in Orkney.

Roddy Maclean looks at places on our maps named for the bellowing of stags during the rut.

Blog - 26 April