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.
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: Beavers in Scotland, NatureScot Science and Planning for Development.
Peatland ACTION marks first decade with new guide A vital new source of information and guidance on peatland restoration has been published. News - 2 February
Watercress of the Pure Springs Roddy Maclean tells how wild watercress is celebrated in Gaelic culture. Blog - 26 January
Deputy First Minister opens Cuningar Loop Woodland Park extension A £3.16m extension to Clyde Gateway’s largest parkland has been opened by John Swinney MSP. News - 1 February
Biolair Uaine an Fhìor-uisg’ Tha Ruairidh MacIlleathain ag innse dhuinn mun ghràdh aig na Gàidheil air a’ bhiolair Blog - 26 January
98 new Scottish sites identified for gene conservation Almost 100 new Scottish sites identified to safeguard trees from climate change. News - 26 January
A bad gut feeling Is the Franklin's bumblebee really extinct? How can we be sure they are really gone when we look for them? Blog - 23 January