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Landscapes and habitats

Scotland’s rich and varied landscapes and habitats have been shaped by underlying rocks, soils and landforms, our seas and the Scottish weather.

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  • 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.

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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