In pictures: Scottish SPCA take tiny orphaned hare into their care as first wildlife resident of 2019
A TINY hare has been taken into care by the Scottish SPCA after being found orphaned and alone.
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“We are going to suffer some losses:” Chris Packham fears for some of Scotland’s most iconic birds and animals
WILDLIFE presenter Chris Packham fears some of Scotland’s most iconic birds and animals may have to be allowed to die off – to save others.
Scotland’s Natural Disaster: ‘Our grandkids may never know salmon once swam in rivers. How will they ever forgive us?’
ONE of the world’s leading experts on Atlantic salmon believes the iconic fish might be lost to Scotland unless emergency action is launched – including a ban on fishing.
Scotland’s natural disaster: Scientists reveal crisis rescue plan with iconic wildlife species on brink of extinction
SCOTLAND is facing a natural disaster as some of our most iconic birds, animals and fish are facing extinction.
Puffins, capercaille and red squirrels among 10 endangered species of Scottish wildlife that are at risk
THE red list of endangered species of Scottish wildlife will not be revealed until next month but a number of Scottish species are known to be at risk amid warnings more must be done to protect them.
Whether it’s farming, forestry, fishing or sports, land use lies at the heart of wildlife problem, says naturalist Sir John Lister-Kaye
ALMOST all of the problems facing wildlife in Scotland, and around the world, are made by man.
RSPB call for tougher grouse moor regulation to end killing of birds of prey
CONSERVATIONISTS are calling for tougher regulation of grouse moors to end the persecution of Scotland's raptors.
Public urged to listen for ‘twit-twoo’ calls amid concern over decline in tawny owl population
MEMBERS of the public are being asked to listen out for tawny owls as part of a study prompted by concerns that the birds with the classic "twit-twoo" call are in decline.
“It’s an amazing place and when you are there you feel very much alive.” Ray Mears on the magic of Scotland
AFTER 35 years in the wilderness, Ray Mears has not only survived but thrived.
Fox terrier jets in from New Zealand to join wildlife project in the Orkney Islands
A New Zealand-based dog and his handler are set to begin their work on a major wildlife conservation project in Orkney.
Experts reveal blueprint to turn the clock back in Scotland’s countryside to boost wildlife, tourism and the rural economy
CONSERVATION campaigners are calling for a wilder Scotland to help protect our native animals and their natural habitats.