Environment

A small number of pearl mussels have been discovered in two lochs.

A gamekeeper on a Highland estate shot a sparrowhawk and stuffed it in a bag while being filmed by an RSPB Scotland investigator.

'Please come forward if you know anything'

Plans to introduce a new recycling service – and a new wheelie bin – to Highland households have provoked strong criticism from the public.

Highland households will see the introduction of a new recycling service – and a new wheelie bin.

Farmers are being urged to take part in a nationwide survey that seeks to better understand how Scotland’s adder population is faring.

The High Life Highland Rangers team seeks volunteers with an interest in wildlife and the environment to help develop sites for wildlife.

Jamie Stone supports a call for the Government to reverse funding cuts which could 'jeopardise' the UK's climate change goals.

Borgie Breco Forest is owned by Forestry and Land Scotland but its management is shared with the North Sutherland Community Forestry Trust.

First-ever conservation translocation hailed

The meeting is to be held at the Dornoch Hub and online and will be open to people resident in Dornoch and district.

People are to benefit from improved recycling services, making it easier for households to recycle and reduce emissions, according to the Greens.

Reaction swift to new legislative powers

Fishery and community groups aiming to save Scotland’s iconic wild salmon have been urged to bid for a share of a £145,000 funding pot

A local sea-watcher who witnessed a group of humpback whales passing the north coast of Caithness has described it as an "extra-special" experience.

Gusts of up to 75mph predicted as Met Office issues yellow warning for "very strong winds".

A short but dramatic walk has John Davidson pondering the changing landscape of life in the far north

Making Space for Nature by Andy Summers

A new fund for green health projects in the Highlands is now open for applications.

Communities for Coul (C4C) has offered to meet Ramblers Scotland to discuss its concerns.