About Scotland's landscapes Discover how our species, habitats and land management combine with an astounding complexity of geology, landforms and soils.
Habitat types Scotland has a wide array of habitats – from hedgerows and field margins to coastal cliffs – and each supports a particular range of plants and animals.
Habitat Map of Scotland The Habitat Map of Scotland will publish all available habitat data for Scotland and manage a programme to survey those areas for which we need new information.
Coronavirus: Latest update from our Chief Executive, Francesca Osowska SNH are working hard to respond to the Coronavirus pandemic that ensures we look after our staff and the public we serve. News - 24 March
A world without adders It’s spring! Adders on Flanders Moss NNR and their population status. Blog - 31 March
Boost for freshwater pearl mussels A watercourse survey carried out ahead of work to reply culverts uncovers an unknown colony of freshwater pearl mussels. News - 9 March
Confined to quarters? No problem. Bringing Forvie National Nature Reserve and its wildlife to you. Blog - 29 March
Search for Scotland's nature heroes Entries are now open for the Nature of Scotland Awards 2020, co-sponsored by SNH with RSPB Scotland. News - 3 March 2020
A Day in the Life - Marine Ornithology Meet Jen who is working on Marine Ornithology and Special Protection Areas (SPAs) as part of SNH's graduate placement scheme. Blog - 28 February
