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'Not fit for purpose': Scotland’s bird control licencing system is failing wildlife
A lack of monitoring means we have no idea how many wild birds are killed under the General Licence in Scotland every ye...
25th Aug 2026
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A lack of monitoring means we have no idea how many wild birds are killed under the General Licence in Scotland every ye...
From the smallest Puffin to the largest whale, Scotland's marine wildlife needs our help.
RSPB Abernethy staff are working alongside volunteers, community members, emergency services and partners to bring the w...
On North Uist in the Outer Hebrides, RSPB Balranald nature reserve, a remarkable wildlife haven, is marking its 60th ann...
Exciting new partnership will help safeguard future for remarkable seabirds of Bass Rock and Craigleith island.
Swifts are back swooping, screeching and swirling in our skies. But they’re in trouble. Discover how we can help them.
Five actions wildlife in Scotland needs to recover – and how you can help make it happen.
Sharp declines in monitoring of Scotland’s most important sites for nature puts them at risk.
At RSPB Insh Marshes, we have a long-term vision to establish a dynamic habitat which can make a difference for threaten...