Our work NatureScot promotes, cares for and improves Scotland’s nature and landscapes. Find out about what we do, how we do it and who funds our work.
What we do NatureScot is the lead public body responsible for advising Scottish Ministers on all matters relating to the natural heritage. 12 Apr, 2017
Frogs flourish in urban 'SuDS' ponds A new study reveals frogs that breed in SuDS ponds have the same genetic variation as those in rural ponds. News - 11 April
Healthy peatlands - nature's firewall How peatland restoration is helping prevent the spread of wild fires. Blog - 19 April
Call for volunteers An invasive species project is appealing for volunteers to help tackle invasive American mink in northern Scotland. News - 5 April
New tech to modernise deer management From drones to AI, new technologies are changing the face of wildlife management. Blog - 16 April
Projects share £7.8m to restore at-risk habitats and species Funding for Projects from the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund. News - 4 April
Perils of filming peatland restoration Snow, wind, rain, wind, hail, frost...Scottish weather makes creating case study films interesting! Blog - 12 April