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    Species on the Edge - About the Programme

    We are working in partnership to deliver a 4.5 year programme of work to benefit 37 of our most vulnerable species.

Species on the Edge has been developed by NatureScot and the seven Rethink Nature charities.
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Agreement for better nature and more secure food in Scotland

Strengthening the link between nature and sustainable farming in Scotland.

News - 19 June
Oysters being thrown into the water off a fishing boat by two volunteers

Successes of Restoration Forth

More than 60,000 oysters return to their natural home in the Firth of Forth.

Blog - 29 June
Roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)

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
Harris Isle of Rum National Nature Reserve.

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
Image taken from above showing a person planting potatoes on a strip of soil in a section of machair.

Crofters invited to share stories

Crofters in the Outer Hebrides are being sought for a new study exploring island crofting life, nature, and personal wellbeing.

News - 12 June
People surveying a beach. A woman at the front holding a pen and clipboard with  multiple people standing behind investigating findings discovered on the beach. The background shows an expansive sandy beach.

With a Little Help From our Friends

An announcement that celebrates nature-based volunteering and citizen science

Blog - 6 June

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