What's New in Scottish Wildlife?

Almost 150 pairs for iconic raptor across Scotland after successful nationwide reiotroduction

Beavers return to wild in Scotland

Beavers have been released into a designated trial area in Knapdale Forest, Mid-Argyll, as part of the Scottish Beaver Trial (SBT).

The famous Loch Garten osprey centre can look back on a fantastic 2009 season. Not only were visitor numbers up 12.5% on 2008 to top 40 000, but the osprey centre has again received the Gold award in the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS) for the third consecutive time.

Scotland's breeding population of sea eagles has attained two landmark records this year with the highest number of chicks for 150 years

Visit the 'Living with the Sea' marine exhibition in Ullapool this summer. The exhibtion celebrates the rich diversity and beauty of marine life, and has been created by leading photographers and local people, including school children from five local schools.

For the first time in almost 150 years red kite chicks have hatched in Aberdeenshire and the public are being offered the chance to keep up with their progress via two new CCTV viewing points.

Seven species treat for Scottish watchers

Marine mammal watchers have been treated to a spectacular start to the summer season with seven species seen in just four days off the northern coast of Caithness, Scotland.

Bookings are currently being taken for this summer's series of RSPB seabird cruises in the Firth of Forth. Enjoy close-up views of fabulous seabirds including gannets, fulmars, eider ducks and not forgetting, the puffin.

Nest box footage on display at Tweed Valley Osprey Watch centres

At Kailzie Gardens and Glentress Forest, a range of species' nest boxes have been set up with cameras to track their progress.

Update 3: Ospreys return to the Tweed Valley Osprey Centre

More news from the Tweed Valley Osprey Centre.

Harriers jet into the sky near Glasgow

The stars of Glasgow's own wildlife soap opera - four hen harrier chicks - have donned their L-plates and taken to the skies after days of anticipation.

Summer events at RSPB reserves

RSPB reserves offer a great day out for all the family.

Update: Nest box footage on display at Tweed Valley Osprey Watch centres

Sad news from the Tweed Valley Osprey Watch Centres.

Decoys may help tern over a new leaf at Montrose

A new project that aims to encourage terns to nest and breed is now in full swing at Montrose Basin Local Nature Reserve.

Ospreys return to the Tweed Valley Osprey Centre

A busy Spring at the Tweed Valley Osprey Centre sees the return of all the female ospreys and the beginning of the mating season.

Peregrines drop in for 10th anniversary celebrations

The peregrines at the Scottish Wildlife Trust's Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve have returned once again marking their 10th anniversary of breeding on the site.

Three become two as youngest osprey chick dies in the nest

Staff and volunteers at the Scottish Wildlife Trust (SWT) Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve near Dunkeld, were devastated last night as one of the three osprey chicks that hatched earlier this month, died mysteriously in the nest.

Scotland's wildlife tourism operators get stars in their eyes

A bird watching trip on one of Scotland's most beautiful islands has been named the UK's first ever five star wildlife experience.

Boost for Puffin colony in Firth of Forth

Puffin colonies on two islands in the Firth of Forth have received a £250,000 boost to secure their survival.