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.
Appeal to protect Mull wildlife In response to concerns about disturbance at island hotspots, visitors this summer are being urged to help protect wildlife on Mull. News - 01 July
Giant hogweed warning Scots are being warned about the toxic plant which can cause severe skin blisters, burns and even blindness. News - 28 June
South of Scotland Golden Eagle Conservation Project wins award The project, which boosted the low population in the area, has won a prestigious award. News - 29 June
Island closures to protect seabirds Isle of May and Noss National Nature Reserves (NNRs) closed from 1 July to help protect seabird populations from avian influenza. News - 27 June
National Lottery Heritage Fund lifeline Threatened species in Scotland have today received a £4.2m lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. News - 29 June
Scotland's Landscapes Monitoring Programme Three new indicators, which will help us understand how landscapes are changing. Blog - 30 June