New trial tag system will help protect Golden Eagles in Cairngorms
An innovative new satellite tag has been designed to help track the fate of birds of prey which die in the Cairngorms.
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Environmentalists call for strong action to protect Scotland’s unique habitats and species
Environmentalists have called for stronger action to combat climate change and protect the unique habitats and species that Scotland is home to.
International Otter Survival Fund celebrates 25th year in operation
It started as a local environmental centre offering wildlife tours to Skye visitors.
Conservation experts call for greater support for Scotland’s farmers in face of climate change
Conservation experts have called for greater support for Scotland’s farmers in the face of the challenges presented by climate change.
‘Supermum’ crane raises species’ only Scottish chick in Aberdeenshire
A “supermum” crane from Aberdeenshire has helped boost the number of birds in the country to record levels.
Fresh calls made for tougher stance on people who disturb seals at north-east estuary
Fresh calls have been made for environmental chiefs to take a tougher stance on people disturbing seals at a north-east estuary.
Fin whale at the centre of a conservation row
A giant whale spotted around Scotland’s west coast is at the centre of a conservation row.
Council pledges to continue Faithlie Centre conservation work after contractor collapse
Aberdeenshire councillors have pledged their commitment to a Fraserburgh restoration project and will seek a new contractor to complete the work.
Youngster scoops accolade for dedication to conservation in Cairngorms National Park
Cairngorms Nature Young Ambassador Xander Johnston has been named a Young Nature Champion.
Schoolboy, 11, sacked over row with Bear Grylls gets a second bite at his shark job
A Scottish schoolboy sacked by a conservation body after a row over Bear Grylls has been appointed as an ambassador by another top marine charity.
£6m project approved to eradicate stoats and save Orkney’s birds of prey
A £6million scheme to eradicate stoats from Orkney to save the rest of its wildlife population has been approved.
Marine researchers shock as ‘unprecedented’ number of whale carcasses wash up on West Coast shores
Marine researchers have confirmed an “unprecedented” number of beaked whale deaths occurring off the west coast of Scotland.
School face-lift is first funding grant from Broch regeneration organisation
A huge project to rejuvenate historic buildings throughout Fraserburgh will begin with the restoration of the Penny Schoolie.
Hen harriers caught on camera showing new behaviour
A conservation charity group has used hidden nest cameras to capture a series of unprecedented images of one of Scotland’s rarest birds of prey engaging in extremely unusual behaviour.
Plans to enhance Cairngorms National Park announced
A leading conservation expert has called on Cairngorm landowners to work together to help enhance the national park over the next decade.
VIDEO: ‘Lifeline’ for young wildcats spotted close to busy road
Two “incredibly lucky” newborn wildcats are being nursed back to health by conservationists after they were found orphaned in the Highlands.
Here is a list of the areas affected by the water shortages
As residents across the north and north-east are urged to conserve water, with shortages reported across the region, we have compiled a list of the areas affected.
Work to transform Banff focal point gets under way
Work has started on the transformation of a former north-east hotel.
Joy for locals as the tiny fishing village of Crovie has its conservation status extended
A tiny fishing village has had its conservation status continued - and extended.
Tribute to Tarka director and wildlife filmmaker David Cobham from Chris Packham
TV presenter Chris Packham has paid tribute to conservation film pioneer and Tarka The Otter director David Cobham, following his death aged 87.
Community launches bid to preserve green space
A green-fingered group has launched a bid to transform 16 acres of disused land into a haven for wildlife.
Masked gunmen caught on CCTV in public forest beneath bird of prey nest
Two masked gunmen have been caught on camera beneath the nest of a protected bird of prey in the middle of the night.
Scottish gull named at risk of “global extinction”
A type of gull which is a common visitor to Scotland’s coasts every summer has been named at “high risk” of global extinction.
Philanthropist to save elephants with rickshaw challenge
An Aberdeen entrepreneur will embark on a 300-mile rickshaw adventure next month in a bid to save an endangered animal.
Conservation skills course to be taught at historic north-east castle
A historic north-east castle will play host to trainees learning how to restore old buildings using traditional methods.
New research reveals movements of seabirds for the first time
An RSPB research project has revealed the precise movements and behaviours of endangered Scottish seabirds for the first time.
Pictures show moment sea eagle flew off with lamb
A new photograph of a sea eagle apparently carrying off a new lamb has reignited a debate between farmers and conservationists.
Duff House to host classes on historic conservation skills
An internationally-renowned Georgian manor house will be used as a classroom for teaching traditional conservation skills such as joinery from next month.
Aberdeenshire seals could soon be given legal protection
Harassing seals at an Aberdeenshire beauty spot could soon become a criminal offence.
Glimpse into lives of hardy “Bennachie colonists” to be explored in new app
They were the hardy crofters who made a living off the unyielding terrain on the slopes of the Garioch's most iconic hilltop.
Heritage of north-east community ensured for generations to come
Councillors in the north-east's biggest town have ensured the heritage of an 18th century neighbourhood will remain intact by renewing a conservation zone.
Heritage society urges councillors to renew conservation zone
The chairman of a north-east heritage society has urged councillors to renew a conservation zone which will protect hundreds of years of architectural history.