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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.

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

News & Blogs

Action to prevent damage by deer concluded

NatureScot has concluded use of its intervention powers to carry out a cull of red deer in Sutherland to protect designated habitats.

News - 15 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

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

Evolutionary dead ends

Read all about Darwin's observations on the importance of pollination.

Blog - 6 March

General licence restriction

NatureScot has restricted the use of general licences on Millden Estate, in the Angus Glens, for three years.

News - 8 March

Happy World Seagrass Day!

Today's blog looks at the global fight to restore and protect this crucial habitat.

Blog - 1 March

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