Fish and forestry
Prompted by the decline of many iconic species and the loss of important watery habitats, we work closely with fishery managers.
Some of Scotland’s most iconic species – and many more unusual ones – are at home on Scotland's national forests and land. Thanks to our efforts, they are looking forward to a more secure future.
Conservation actions
We're creating specialist habitats for a wide range of species, including:
- butterflies
- other insects
- fish
- amphibians
- rare plants
Capercaillie conservation
Surprisingly, forests managed for timber production provide an excellent habitat for capercaillie.
Goshawks and the working forest
One of our most threatening birds of prey, but our largest are helping them stage a remarkable recovery.
White-tailed eagle conservation
Learn how we plan our work to protect known nest sites during the breeding season.
Return of the water vole
An ambitious reintroduction programme has saved the water vole from the edge of extinction in Scotland.
Red squirrels on Arran
Our forests on the Isle of Arran are an important stronghold for a large, thriving red squirrel population.
Helping the great crested newt
Our work is planned to ensure minimum disturbance to these rare newts, particularly in the breeding season.
Butterflies and conservation grazing
Some of Scotland's butterfly species are so rare, we've had to bring in a secret weapon to help save them from extinction!