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Wildcat population too small to sustain itself without reintroduction, report finds

SCOTLAND'S wildcat population is at a critically low level, posing a severe threat to their long-term survival, according to a new study published…

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'One of Scotland’s most spectacular natural treasures' opens after renovations

A NEW “gateway to nature” at one of Britain’s most spectacular gorges and National Nature Reserves in the Highlands has opened to the public.

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New report reveals long-term conservation best way to tackle Dumfries and Galloway's avian flu problem

More than 13,000 barnacle geese along the Solway Coast were killed by the virus in the winter of 2021/22

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Bird flu threatens 'very survival' of some species in Scotland, say experts

BIRD flu “may threaten the very survival of some species” in Scotland, according to experts in the disease.

The National (Scotland)

Avian flu threatens survival of some bird species in Scotland, study suggests

The NatureScot report analysed the effects of the unprecedented avian flu outbreak among wild birds since 2021.

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Nearly three quarters of Scots want to see 'wilder' national parks

NEARLY three quarters of Scots want to see wilder national parks with areas devoted to rewilding, according to new research.

The National (Scotland)

Critically-endangered pearl mussels discovered in Scottish lochs for first time

CRITICALLY-ENDANGERED freshwater pearl mussels have been found in Scotland’s lochs for the first time, according to scientists.

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Critically-endangered pearl mussels found in Scottish lochs for first time

The mussels were already known to live in Scotland’s rivers.

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Avian flu claimed lives of 13,000 barnacle geese in Dumfries and Galloway

NatureScot has revealed the devastating figure as it prepares for the return of Scotland’s seabird colonies across the summer

Daily Record

Beaver who was discovered by Scots roadside after being shot in the face released back into the wild

A beaver who was found by a Perthshire roadside with a gunshot wound to his face has been released back into the wild after recovering from his "appalling" injuries.

Daily Record

Mission to protect Scotland's seabirds from avian flu as species return to breed

NatureScot officials along with the RSPB have ramped up surveillance, monitoring and biosecurity measures for our wild bird colonies.

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Lorna Slater's £2bn deal to sell carbon offsetting forestry credits branded 'greenwashing'

Carbon offsetting deal agreed by Greens minister Lorna Slater could allow tax avoiders to cash in on Scottish forests.

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First ever Scottish wildcats to be released into Highlands in conservation bid

THE first ever release of Scottish wildcats back into nature is set to take place later this year.

The National (Scotland)

What next for this landmark Scottish castle after potential buyer drops bid?

“WHAT the hell can be done to make this castle not a liability but an asset?”

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Puffins return to the Isle of May - here is how to see them up close

One of Scotland's most magical seabirds, the puffins are returning to the island in the Firth of Forth and it's a great time to get out and see them in their natural habitat.

Daily Record

Millionaire mogul pulls out of buying crumbling Kinloch Castle and blasts Greens over 'horrible process'

Kinloch Castle on the Isle Rum, Inner Hebrides, has been owned by heritage body Nature Scot since 1957 and was used as a youth hostel until 2015.

The National (Scotland)

Millionaire Brexiteer drops bid to buy Scottish castle, blames the Greens

A MULTIMILLIONAIRE Brexiteer has dropped his bid to buy a small Hebridean island’s iconic castle.

Daily Record

Boost for upper Teith catchment restoration scheme with £67k grant

Plans aim to improve habitats for salmon, trout and freshwater pearl mussels.

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'Horrific': Beaver in recovery after being found shot in face on Scottish road

A BEAVER named Fig is recovering in the care of the Scottish Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) after a member of the public found…

The National (Scotland)

Brexiteer's bid to buy Scottish castle an 'existential threat' to island community

THE prospective sale of a Scottish castle to a multimillionaire Brexiteer represents an “existential threat” to the community in the area, it…

Insider UK

£2 billion private finance pilot ‘a vital step in restoring Scottish woodlands’

Government nature agency partners private bank, investment manager and impact investor for new projects

Daily Record

Call for urgent repairs to access to Galloway beauty spot

Winter rains and frost have left the single-track route to Cairnsmore of Fleet's visitor centre badly rutted and potholed

Insider UK

Seven companies chosen for latest CivTech accelerator

Tech solutions created for vulnerable people facing energy crisis, rural economy systems and protection of Scotland’s wildlife

The National (Scotland)

Minister faces plea to save Scotland's historic pinewoods

A PLEA has been made to the Scottish Government to “step up” to save the country’s ancient Caledonian pinewoods.

Daily Record

RSPB forced to clear beaver-friendly brash from Gartocharn burn over salmon fears

The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) inspected a section of the Aber Burn in Gartocharn earlier this month, ordering the RSPB to remove brash from the water which was preventing protected Atlantic Salmon from migrating to spawn.

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