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 Data (and the Habitat Map of Scotland) We have assembled a wealth of habitat data for Scotland which you can explore on the following pages.
Jewel of the Forth celebrations The Isle of May is celebrating a huge milestone this month, marking 70 years as a National Nature Reserve (NNR) News - 30 June
Successes of Restoration Forth More than 60,000 oysters return to their natural home in the Firth of Forth. Blog - 29 June
Agreement for better nature and more secure food in Scotland Strengthening the link between nature and sustainable farming in Scotland. News - 19 June
Manxie & rhoddy conservation on Rum Northern National Nature Reserve staff recently visited the island to perform essential conservation and wildlife protection work. Blog - 24 June
New funds for venison supply chain The third round of the Low Ground Venison Supply Chain Project was launched today (18 June) at the Royal Highland Show at Ingliston. News - 18 June
With a Little Help From our Friends An announcement that celebrates nature-based volunteering and citizen science Blog - 6 June
