Scottish wildcat nicknamed ‘The Beast’ caught on camera
A Scottish wildcat nicknamed “the Beast” has been captured on video by researchers in the Scottish Highlands who say it is one of the largest recorded in the world.
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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.
Remote isles now officially rat free
A remote island colony has been declared officially rat free in a move which could boost seabird populations.
Upland birds record ‘worrying’ fall in numbers
Upland birds have suffered a “worrying decline” in most species, according to official figures.
Roll the drums, it’s Woody Woodpecker…
Great spotted woodpeckers communicate with “talking drums”, new research suggests.
Red squirrel numbers stabilise across Scotland
Red squirrels have seen a surge in numbers in Scotland’s north east and stabilised nationwide, according to new figures.
Memoir by TV’s Chris Packham wins nature writing vote
TV presenter Chris Packham’s memoir Fingers In The Sparkle Jar has been voted the UK’s favourite nature book in an online poll.
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.
Sunburned Highland dolphin on way to full recovery after stranding
A sunburned dolphin which languished for hours on a Highland beach after becoming stranded has been spotted reunited with her pod.
Black-and-white blackbird photographed in Highland town
They are one of the UK's most ubiquitous and beloved species of garden guests, coming third in a recent vote to find Britain's national bird.
Aberdeenshire event raises £1,200 towards plight of Scots wildcat
A popular Aberdeenshire fundraising event has drummed up more than £1,000 to help protect one of Scotland's most iconic animals.
VIDEO: Hilarious footage of the moment a farmer is swept away in a sea of hungry sheep
The hilarious moment a female farmer disappears into a sea of hungry sheep has been captured on camera.
Winners of Scottish Nature Photography Awards 2015 revealed
Spectacular images of Scotland's iconic landscapes and majestic creatures have been praised by judges in a national phototography competition.