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.
Push to share adder sightings Farmers and land managers are urged to take part in a survey that seeks to better understand how Scotland’s adder population is faring. News - 22 March
The jewels in Scotland's crown Sue Walker, Peatland ACTION Communications Officer, explains the vital role of Scotland’s peatlands. Blog - 9 March 2023
Action to prevent damage by deer NatureScot has concluded its intervention powers to carry out a cull of red deer in Sutherland to protect designated habitats. News - 15 March
Evolutionary dead ends Read all about Darwin's observations on the importance of pollination. Blog - 6 March
Scotland is buzzing with activity A wealth of projects to help pollinators are taking place across Scotland to tackle biodiversity loss and the nature crisis. News - 10 March
Happy World Seagrass Day! Today's blog looks at the global fight to restore and protect this crucial habitat. Blog - 1 March