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Rare eagle chicks fledge from Highland loch after nearby paths closed

Two white-tailed eagle chicks have successfully fledged after rangers closed a nearby car park and path to avoid disturbing them during the breeding…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 9

Eagles fledge after protective effort during breeding season

Forestry and Land Scotland said it is continuing to monitor the birds.

Evening Standard · Sep 9

Eagles fledge after rangers shut Highlands car park to protect them during breeding season

The parent birds established a nest close to Loch Sunart in the Highlands

The Independent UK · Sep 9

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Swathes of Cairngorms unrecognisable after 12 days of ‘cataclysmic’ wildfires

With large areas still burning, damage from national park’s worst blaze could take decades, if not longer, to put right

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27

Peatland restoration partnership helps Scottish wildlife thrive

A PEATLAND restoration project in Dumfries and Galloway is improving water quality and wildlife habitats around the River Cree and Loch Moan ...

The National (Scotland) · May 26

Record levels of peatland restored across Scotland

A RECORD number of peatlands have been restored in a bid to help reduce carbon emissions and restore biodiversity, the Scottish Government has…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 2, 2025

'World first' as osprey 'polygamy' captured on Scottish wildlife camera

A "VERY rare” love triangle involving three ospreys is being captured on a livestream camera for what is thought to be a world first ...

The National (Scotland) · May 22, 2025

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Bid to create largest community-owned wind farm in Scotland rejected

A bid to create the largest community-controlled wind farm in Scotland has been rejected ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 14, 2025

Experts working to trap illegally released ‘feral’ pigs in the Cairngorms

The animals have been on the loose since Monday.

Evening Standard · Feb 11, 2025

'Avoid the area' warning issued for popular Loch Lomond walking trail

The National (Scotland) · Jan 31, 2025

Highland firm lands £1.5 million deal for processing culled deer

A HIGHLAND firm has been awarded a contract worth more than £1.5 million for processing culled deer.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 14, 2024

Proposal to bring Highland beavers back to Scottish glen

BEAVERS could return to a Scottish glen after Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) applied for a licence to release beavers in the Highlands.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 14, 2024

Permission sought for ‘historic’ return of beavers to Glen Affric

Forestry and Land Scotland has applied to NatureScot for approval to release the mammals in Loch Beinn a Mheadhoin.

Evening Standard · Dec 13, 2024

'Lifeline' for Scotland's capercaillie population as feeding trial successful

A feeding trial by researchers from two Scottish universities is helping to save the Scottish capercaillie from extinction.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 18, 2024

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Bike Perfect · Feb 27, 2024

Have your say on future plans for the 7stanes trail networks

Forestry and Land Scotland seeks a collaborative effort with communities, businesses, government, and public bodies to boost Scottish Borders tourism

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17, 2023

Scottish Government must be ‘in the game’ on rewilding, says expert

A PROMINENT environmental charity has called on the Scottish Government to clear its rewilding “blindspot” so that Scotland can lead the way in

The National (Scotland) · Aug 19, 2023

‘Exciting chapter’ begins at Glentress following conclusion of UCI championships

Forestry and Land Scotland is now getting ready to complete the final stage of its Glentress Masterplan programme.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 13, 2023

Fears for Scottish beauty spots over surge in memorials

BEAUTY spots like Skye’s Fairy Pools are increasingly being used as sites for memorials to the dead, with one near Forres becoming so packed with…

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Reason · Aug 7, 2023

Brickbat: It's Not Easy Being Green

Scottish Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon said that since 2000, 15.7 million trees have been felled on land managed by Forestry and Land Scotland to make way for wind farms. She said that represents about 7,858 hectares (19,417 acres) of trees. The government is looking to more than double the…

Daily Record · Jul 7, 2023

Local walker leads concern over signage at Carron Valley reservoir following bird flu fears

The island at the reservoir - which is a popular spot for walkers and people out fishing - has seen a gaggle of dead birds.

Daily Record · Jun 27, 2023

Dumfries and Galloway forest visitors urged to pay attention to warning signs

Forestry and Land Scotland fears people could be crushed by trees or hurt by machinery if they don't pay attention to notices

The National (Scotland) · Jun 18, 2023

Signs of recovery for endangered population of iconic Scottish bird, experts say

ONE of Scotland’s most iconic but endangered animals is showing early signs of recovering its population numbers, experts have said ...

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17, 2023

Dancing Capercaillie bird makes a tentative comeback in Scotland

Exclusive: Ecologists say there are early signs that the population is recovering in remote forests

The National (Scotland) · May 14, 2023

The battle raging against invasive species in Scotland

THE presence of invasive species is an everyday reality for millions of Scots.

Daily Record · Apr 30, 2023

Fury at the arrival of parking meters in the previously free to enjoy Faskally Forest

Pleas to make Faskkally Forest near Pitlochry remain free for locals who need to arrive by car have fallen on deaf ears as after months of discussion, the dreaded parking fees to Forest and Land Scotland (FLS) began last week.

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