The long road to Largiebaan
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Largiebaan is the second largest reserve managed by the Trust. It covers around 1600 hectares, and lies close to the end of a very long road down the Kintyre peninsula in …
Kingfisher mystery in Montrose
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An unusual series of images that appear to show a kingfisher hanging sticklebacks out to dry has us stumped. Sticklebacks are common prey for the resident kingfisher at the Scottish …
Comment on Scotland's Place in Europe
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Commenting on today's publication of Scotland’s Place in Europe by the Scottish Government the Trust's Chief Executive Jonny Hughes said: “We welcome the statement today from the Scottish Government that ‘Scotland has a moral …
Big improvements coming to Montrose Basin Visitor Centre
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The Trust's Montrose Basin Visitor Centre is receiving a revamp at the start of 2017. Thanks to support from National Lottery players through the Heritage Lottery Fund the displays in …
From beavers to Brexit – our most read stories in 2016
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It has been a big year for Scotland’s wildlife and wild places. Here is a brief look back over 2016 with 14 of our biggest blogs and news stories from …
Innovative cutting machine makes Cambus Pools reserve better for wildlife
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An innovative amphibious machine has been used to cut through a dense jungle of reeds to bring important wetland habitats back to life at Cambus Pools Wildlife Reserve near Alloa. The …
​Trust welcomes decision to retain Nature Directives
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The Scottish Wildlife Trust is delighted that EU Commissioners have decided to retain and strengthen implementation of the laws that provide vital protection for Europe’s threatened species and habitats. Many …
Funding for new bridge at Balgavies Loch reserve
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The Trust has received funding to replace a bridge over a burn at Balgavies Loch reserve near Forfar in Angus. Severe flooding washed away the crossing on the reserve in …
Beavers back for good – partners welcome return of the Eurasian beaver
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The two lead partners in the Scottish Beaver Trial – the Scottish Wildlife Trust and the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) – have warmly welcomed today’s (21 November 2016) …
Watch out Falkirk – there’s a new Ranger in town
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The Trust has appointed Clare Toner as our new Falkirk Ranger to help local communities become inspired by the nature that surrounds them. Clare Toner, the Trust's new Falkirk Ranger …