Wolves have been gone from the Scottish Highlands for more than 200 years, and in their absence red deer have proliferated. Researchers say that returning wolves to the Highlands would keep deer in ...

A recent study published in the journal Ecological Solutions and Evidence suggests that reintroducing wolves to the Scottish ...

The land for sale also includes the Maiden Paps - twin hills nestled in the forest - a stone quarry and sporting rights. One of Scotland’s largest privately owned forests has come to the market for ...

January is an ideal time to spot one of the UK’s most distinctive winter residents, the red squirrel, as the endangered species becomes more active during the early stages of mating season. With fewer ...

Forests should not be seen as a “silver bullet” against climate change as deep soils there may be less effective at storing carbon in the long term than previously thought, new research suggests.

With the nation’s love of dogs continuing to grow, more people than ever are seeking days out that cater not just to themselves, but to their four-legged companions. For those looking to combine fresh ...

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