‘Dirty campers’ told to take their litter home to preserve Scotland’s natural beauty
A national mountaineering organisation has called on local authorities and other groups to crack down on irresponsible campers ruining Scotland’s beauty spots.
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New app to help keep track of stranded marine animals and beach litter
A new smartphone app has been launched to build a “health map” of Scotland’s coastlines to help protect marine species and reduce pollution.
UK’s finest felines to be honoured at National Cat awards
Fifteen of the UK’s finest felines have been announced as finalists in the National Cat Awards.
Campers warned against dangers of lighting fires on peaty soil following shocking wildfire rise
A nature expert has warned campers against the dangers of starting fires on peaty soil.
Winners of the RHS Photographic Competition 2019 announced
They are images which capture a moment in time.
First phase of north-east dolphin centre could be open by spring 2020
The first stage of transforming a historic city fortification into a world-class wildlife centre could be completed by next spring.
Shock as red squirrel spotted in Aberdeen after decades of being absent from the area
An unusual visitor was spotted enjoying the sun in a garden in the south of Aberdeen.
Fire-scarred landscape looks like snow has come down in June as flowers bloom
Moorland hit by wildfire a year ago looks like it has seen snow in June as white flowers bloom through the recovering landscape, the Woodland Trust said.
GALLERY: North-east toddlers amazed at wildlife captured on their doorstep during fortnight of filming
A group of north-east nursery children have teamed up with their local ranger to capture fascinating footage of the area's wildlife.
Kate helps design garden and nature activity cards for children
The Duchess of Cambridge has teamed up with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to publish activity cards to inspire children to get involved with gardens and nature.
Minke whale dies off Scottish coast after suspected fishing gear entanglement
A young whale has died after it became entangled in what are thought to have been creel lines off the north-west coast of Scotland.
‘Inspiring’ Sir David Attenborough inundated with birthday messages
Tens of thousands have shared messages of congratulations to celebrate Sir David Attenborough’s birthday.
Belhelvie Church pilots campaign to get places of worship to use their grounds to encourage nature
A church in Aberdeenshire is pioneering a scheme that links congregations with conservation groups to encourage nature and wildlife on their grounds.
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.
Doug Allan and John Lister-Kaye get ready to share a host of wonderful stories for all the family
What’s more frighting, coming face to face with a snow leopard or a leopard seal? How do you get close to the biggest fish in the sea and can your eyeballs freeze when the temperature drops to minus 50C?
AUDIO: Facelift for one of Ardersier’s best-loved community spaces
One of Ardersier’s best-loved community spaces has had a facelift thanks to community efforts.
Shetland marine litter worse than ‘anywhere in the world’
An international nature campaigner has described marine litter along Shetland’s coastline as the worse he has seen “anywhere in the world”.
Population of seabirds takes off on Scots island
Two species of Scotland’s iconic seabirds are booming on an island nature reserve.
Lack of garden ponds creates decline in frog sightings
People in Scotland have been urged to introduce a pond or pool to their garden after a new study revealed toad and frog sightings have decreased.
Walrus who toured Scotland finally heading home?
A walrus who has delighted nature lovers by touring the north coast appears to be returning home to the arctic.
Interactive map: Delight as walrus on tour of Scotland appears in Wick
A walrus who has stunned nature lovers by embarking on a tour of Scotland has delighted animal enthusiasts in Wick by surfacing in the far north town this evening.
Watch: Get a bird’s eye view of the Cairngorms National Park
Look at these stunning views of Cairngorms National Park from a bird's eye view.
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.
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.
Agriculture found to have positive impact on honey bees
International scientists have discovered a positive link between the overall health of bees and the presence of active agricultural production.
Sunburned dolphin that washed up on Highland beach makes “mind-blowing” recovery
A dolphin which suffered horrific sunburn across 40% of its body last year, when it washed up on a Highland beach, has made a "mind-blowing" recovery.
How many have you seen? Here are 15 of the most incredible views in the UK
The Three Sisters Mountains in the Scottish Highlands has been named one of the top 3 views across Britain.
Aberdeenshire seals could soon be given legal protection
Harassing seals at an Aberdeenshire beauty spot could soon become a criminal offence.
‘Get your cat neutered to protect one of Scotland’s most treasured species’
Pet owners are being urged to get their cats involved in the fight to protect one of Scotland's most treasured species.
Shetland whale confirmed to be on holiday from Caribbean
A humpback whale from a breeding population in the eastern Caribbean sea has been recorded for the very first time in British waters.
Fears people could come into contact with toxic substances used to kill raptors illegally
Fears have been raised that youngsters and animals could be harmed by Police Scotland policies surrounding their investigation of bird of prey poisonings.
North-east animal sanctuary reveals plans to create region’s first wildlife hospital
A busy north-east animal sanctuary has revealed plans to build a wildlife hospital on its grounds after one of its busiest years.