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Nature
Nature connection has become more important to many people in recent years and Scotland holds some of the wildest and rarest nature left in the UK. You can discover many of these things for yourself on our guided outdoor activities. Also check out our Scottish species finder.
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Scotland’s leaping salmon
October and November are good months to see Atlantic salmon leaping in Scotland, concluding one of nature’s most impressive migrations.
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Snow bunting: standout songbird
The snow bunting is a small bird which thrives in polar regions and displays a striking colour change from winter to summer.
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Scotland’s golden eagles: remarkable raptors
Golden eagles are one of Scotland’s most spectacular birds of prey – learn about their biology and the best places to see them.
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Red squirrel in Scotland: a resilient rodent
Red squirrels are instantly recognisable and occupy habitat in several parts of Scotland, including the Cairngorms.
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Basking shark: Scotland’s full-sized fish
The basking shark’s huge size makes it one of Scotland’s most famous wild fish.
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What birds can you find in Scotland?
Learn more about Scotland’s wide variety of fascinating birds, including a Scottish Birds species list.
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Scotland’s mammals: what species live there?
Scotland’s mammals are varied, with a complicated history – learn more about the main groups through this detailed guide and species list.
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Mountain hare: fleet-footed and fantastically furry
The Mountain hare (Lepus timidus) is one of the fastest mammals in Scotland and is well known for its dramatic seasonal colour changes.
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Capercaillie: Scotland’s rare ‘horse of the forest’
Learn about Scotland’s spectacular Capercaillie and why you shouldn’t try to spot one in the Cairngorms.
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Ptarmigan: the mountain murmurer
Learn about the hardy ptarmigan and get tips on how to spot them in the Cairngorms in Scotland.
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Moonwort: the fern folklore megastar
Moonwort (Botrychium lunaria) is a tiny fern which was reputed to have astonishing magical properties.
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Waxwing: the silky-tailed chatterer
Waxwings are winter visitors from Scandinavia, occassionally arriving in their thousands, in search of berry trees.
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Dog Vomit slime mould
Although sometimes referred to as Dog Vomit ‘fungus’, these slime moulds have more in common with animals than you might think…
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Crossbills in Scotland: enigmatic endemic?
Crossbills are fascinating birds – especially when you’re looking for common, parrot, or legendary ‘Scotbills’ in the Highlands of Scotland!
