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Landforms and geology

Discover what Scotland’s geodiversity reveals and why it’s such a valuable resource. Pressures put our geodiversity at risk – find out how to protect it.

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Scotland's rocks, landforms and soils

Colliding continents, ancient volcanoes, powerful glaciers and changing climates shaped our world-famous landscapes. Scotland’s geodiversity reveals how.
Importance of geodiversity

Looking after our geodiversity is vital to conserving Scotland's landscapes and nature and will protect many economic, social and environmental benefits.
Pressures on geodiversity

Scotland's geodiversity is irreplaceable and vulnerable to certain activities and changes in land use. Unearth the issues at stake.
Protecting our geodiversity

Some of Scotland's geodiversity is safeguarded in protected areas, and we also promote ways to conserve, enhance and manage geodiversity beyond designated sites.

Find out more

Uncover secrets, discover varied landscapes and travel through historic geology with our Landscape fashioned by geology publication series

News

An appeal to help fund the replacement of a popular bird hide recently destroyed by fire was launched today.

News - 01 March

Celebrating pollinator-focussed projects. Here's a look at the highlights.

Blog - 22 February

A research survey gathers information on the health and spread of beavers after being extinct.

News - 17 February

Wild bears have long gone from Scotland’s landscape but echoes of them remain in our place-names.

Blog - 19 February

Health, environmental and economic benefits of investing in active travel choices.

News - 15 February

Viewing and tracking otters with Hayley.

Blog - 16 February