Researchers capture ‘stunning’ images of St Kilda sea caves
Researchers have captured “stunning” images of marine life in the waters around St Kilda as a survey revealed its reefs and sea caves are in good condition.
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The highs and lows of a rollercoaster year for wildlife
It has been a year of extremes for the UK’s weather and wildlife. Here is how 2018 unfolded month by month at National Trust properties around the UK.
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.
Cargo ship noise can stop singing of male humpback whales – study
Noise pollution from cargo ships can stop the singing of male humpback whales, a study has suggested.
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.
North-east group launches free courses to explore landmark’s wildlife
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Plans lodged for viewpoint offering new perspective on scenic Deeside estate
A scenic Deeside estate could soon offer visitors a new perspective on its wild landscape.
Breathtaking image shows 1,000-strong red deer herd on north-east hilltop
This stunning picture shows the moment a huge herd of one of Scotland's most iconic species was spotted grazing on a north-east hilltop.
Rare ice spike captured on film in the Highlands
Freezing temperatures have created a rare and bizarre ice spike in the Highlands.
Countesswells has nature at its heart
It’s not just people who will be flourishing in the new community of Countesswells, wildlife will bloom too, thanks to the focus on biodiversity across the 160-hectare site.
“Jewel” in Scotland’s natural crown officially reopened in the north-east
It's already a wonderful attraction. And now its reputation is set to soar even higher.
Tiny seal pup put down after vets find injuries are worse than feared
A seal pup rescued from a Moray beach had to be put down after vets realised its injuries were worse than initially feared.
Councillors back plans for 21-mile north-east seabird protection area
Plans for a 21-mile long protection area along the north-east coast to safeguard the region's most under-threat seabirds have been backed by councillors.
Claims north-east’s newly unearthed wildcat population under threat by live trapping scheme
A charity hoping to save the Scottish wildcat has claimed a government-backed protection scheme is putting north-east kittens at risk.
One of last strongholds of Scottish wildcat unearthed in Aberdeenshire
One of the last strongholds of Scottish wildcats has been discovered in the north-east by a group of conservationists fighting tooth and nail to save the species.