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.
Scots pledge to head outdoors Scots are now spending more time outdoors, and many want to take positive action to help the nation’s wildlife. News - 27 January
The Golden Ducks Winter is the best time to see these striking birds, visit Loch Leven NNR. Learn more about this fascinating and striking duck. Blog - 20 January
New General Licence restriction We have restricted the use of general licences on Lochan Estate in Perthshire based on evidence provided by Police Scotland. News - 26 January
Celebrating our machair It's fitting that even English speakers use a Gaelic word for a habitat that is such an icon of the Gàidhealtachd. Blog - 17 January
Chair of Board reappointed Lorna Slater MSP today announced the reappointment of Dr Mike Cantlay as Chair of the Board for NatureScot. News - 24 January
A cosy brewery The stinking hellebore, a favourite of many gardeners, can be a life saver for emerging bumble bee queens. Blog - 17 January
