Species Action Framework
Latest News
This page gives general updates and news on the Species Action Framework. You can also visit the individual species pages where we'll post any latest news for each species.
This year's SNH calendar focuses on the Species Action Framework, featuring truly spectacular images of 13 species in a beautiful new large panoramic format
with the choice to display either English or Gaelic pages.
Size: 540 wide x 315mm high - priced £6.00
Updates
General updates from SNH on the Species Action Framework are given in these newsletters:
- Species Action Framework - SNH update, April 2007
- Species Action Framework - SNH update, October
2007
The current list of Species Action Framework projects which SNH is supporting in 2007/08 through the can also be viewed. Note that many of these projects are also supported through contributions from partner organisations.
SNH Magazine
An article on the Species Action Framework was published in the March 2007 edition of our magazine:
SNH Press Releases
The following SNH press releases relate to general aspects of the Species Action Framework, or to specific species identified on the Framework.
18/03/2008 |
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Leading botanists, conservationists, foresters and land managers will gather today (Tuesday 18th March) at Scottish Natural Heritage's (SNH) Headquarters, Great Glen House, to agree a rescue strategy for an iconic Scottish woodland species |
19/02/2008 |
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Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is calling on visitors and workers in the outdoors to be alert for any sightings of our most elusive predator, the Scottish Wildcat (Felis silvestris). The organisation believes people using the countryside for work or leisure in 2008 can play a key role in helping the plight of one of Scotland's rarest and most secretive mammals. |
| 13/12/2007 | |
Stunning images of twelve of Scotland's rare and spectacular species feature in Scottish Natural Heritage's (SNH) 2008 calendar. The calendar celebrates the theme of Scotland's Species Action Framework; a five-year programme of work to ensure the native wildlife of Scotland is protected for future generations to enjoy. |
11/12/2007 |
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A recent meeting of organisations and individuals interested in
moorland estate management saw an important new manual being presented
to estate members. The survey work described in the Raptor Monitoring
Handbook identifies the presence of protected nesting birds of prey so
that the managers of the moorland can take this into account when
managing the estate. |
07/11/2007 |
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A new initiative to preserve internationally important numbers of hen harrier, one of the UK's most persecuted raptors, by rewarding good land management practices has been launched by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH). |
06/112007 |
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An extinction-threatened insect which relies on rotting tree stumps for
the success of its breeding cycle is the focus of unusual conservation
action in the Highlands. |
24/10/2007 |
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Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has today (24 October 2007) launched a public appeal to help track the spread of a non-native species of seaweed that has been spreading rapidly along Scotland's west coast. |
02/10/2007 |
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A community-based scheme linked to the Western Isles' American mink project has seen high levels of interest - even before a public meeting is held later this week. |
20/09/2007 |
Major new project to explore novel approach to the conservation of raptors on grouse moors |
One of the most ambitious and innovative land management and conservation projects ever to be carried out in Britain is launched today (Thursday 20 September) by Scottish Environment Minister Michael Russell. |
29/06/2007 |
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Hand-held satellite technology is being used to 'map' out the best ways of clearing a non native predator in the Western Isles of Scotland. |
12/06/2007 |
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People throughout Scotland are being asked to report sightings of one of Scotland's most beautiful and rare native flowers in a bid to help ensure its survival. |
22/05/2007 |
Reports highlight climate change survival issues for Scotland's species |
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) has welcomed the publication of two new reports which detail the threat posed by climate change to some of Scotland's most valued wildlife. |
16/05/2007 |
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Members of the public have been asked not to tamper with traps used in a mink removal project following reported incidents in the Western Isles. |
11/05/2007 |
First fatal case of red squirrel virus confirmed in Scotland |
Veterinary surgeons in Edinburgh have confirmed the first fatal case of squirrelpox virus occurring in Scotland's red squirrel population. |
04/05/2007 |
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The days of the non-native American mink on Mull and Iona could be numbered as Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) are funding a study on how best to control the mink population on the islands. |
02/04/2007 |
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A pioneering research scheme aimed at discovering the relationship between the UK's rarest bumblebee and crofting in rural locations has been unveiled by Scottish Natural Heritage. |
23/03/2007 |
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A new Research and Development Strategy was launched today (Friday 23 March) by Scottish Natural Heritage setting out its priorities for research in the natural heritage over the next five years. |
12/03/2007 |
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Trappers in the Western Isles who have yet to complete their training are already helping protect ground nesting wader birds under threat from non native mink. |
06/02/2007 |
£346,000 for moorland scheme at Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park |
The hen harriers of Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park are sitting on a tidy "nest egg" after Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) announced funding of £346,000 to support positive management of the moorlands on which they live. |
23/01/2007 |
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Thirty two species of wildlife in Scotland, including the white-tailed eagle and the great yellow bumble bee, have been prioritises for management action in a new report A Five Year Species Action Framework launched today (23 January) by Deputy Minister for the Environment and Rural Development Sarah Boyack. |