Aedán Smith

Shout out to Swifts this #WorldMigratoryBirdDay!

These aerial acrobats have left our skies for winter, but fewer Swifts are returning to Scotland in spring each year.

You can help 👉 Join our call to get Swift bricks in the Natural Environment Bill: action.rspb.org.uk/page/177329/...

A photograph of muirburn taking place on a moorland

Yesterday the Scottish Government announced a further delay to the implementation of muirburn licencing.

That very same day, a muirburn in Aberdeenshire got out of control and started a wildfire.

We can’t afford any more delay. 👇

www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...

Flock of geese in flight over the loch at RSPB Loch Leven Nature Reserve

When we work together, nature wins 💪

The vital support of RSPB members helps restore habitats, protect species and encourage decision-makers to act for nature.

Thank you to our members across Scotland for helping secure a brighter future for our natural environment 🎉

Great yellow bumblebee sat on bright yellow flowers

Scotland's first nature-friendly farming summit created a real buzz earlier this week. 🐝🐄🚜

One of the most impactful parts of the day was when farmers from across Scotland shared stories about their journey to nature-friendly farming.

Read more here: www.rspb.org.uk/scotland/new...

We are delighted to be at the Scottish Summit of the Nature Friendly Farming Network today!

Across the country, pioneering farmers and crofters are proving nature-friendly farming can produce the food we need while looking after nature and our climate 🐦🌻🚜.

#ScottishNFFNSummit25
@nnfn.bsky.social

We’re looking forward to meeting lots of inspiring nature-friendly farmers at the @nffnsnc13.bsky.social summit tomorrow 🌱🧑‍🌾

Farmer Andrew Whiteford shares one of the ways farming can help create safer spaces for wildlife and give species like Corn Buntings a chance to thrive 💚

A blue tile with an RSPB Scotland logo at the bottom and a statement that reads “The Natural Environment Bill could be a gamechanger for Scotland’s nature. We are pleased to see strong support in today’s report from the committee for the introduction of legal nature restoration targets, along with reforms to deer management and National Parks. It is also reassuring that they recognised that Part 2 of the bill poses a significant risk to wildlife in our most iconic landscapes. RSPB Scotland remains convinced that Part 2 of the Natural Environment Bill is unnecessary. We are calling on the Scottish Government to remove or significantly amend this section. The Natural Environment Bill must drive the recovery of nature in Scotland – not take us further away from it.”

Red squirrel standing by a tree root. It is facing the camera with its left front paw raised slightly off the ground

🚨Good to see today's committee report calling for major improvements to Scotland’s new nature law.

Part 2 of the Natural Environment Bill could significantly weaken protections for Scotland’s wildlife – from seabird colonies at Bass Rock to Golden Eagles in the Cairngorms.

It must be fixed!

We're incredibly concerned about the welfare of two satellite-tagged golden eagles, Tarras and Wren, that have recently disappeared in Dumfries and Galloway.

Anyone with information should contact Police Scotland.

Read more 👉 bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce80l4jgd1qo

📷 Chris Gomersall, RSPB Images

Ruth Ashton-Shaw runs a small organic farm in Scotland, focusing on soil health & working with nature.

Her farm is one example of the solutions we’ll explore at our sold-out Scottish Summit this October.

Thanks @rspbscotland.bsky.social & @naturescot.bsky.social!  💚

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A calling Corncrake standing in long grasses.

Right now just 5% of Scotland’s farm funding directly supports nature-friendly farming. That’s nowhere near enough.

Ahead of next year’s elections call on party leaders to commit to investing in a future where wildlife and farmers thrive 🚜 🐦🐝

Take action now: action.rspb.org.uk/page/174887/...

Two billboards side by side which state "1 in 9 species in Scotland is at risk of extinction. We need our MSPs to act now!"

🚨BILLBOARD MESSAGE DEMANDS MSPS ACT NOW TO SAVE NATURE 🚨

A pair of billboards appeared on Edinburgh’s busy Market Street today with an urgent message for Scotland’s MSPs.

With 1 in 9 species in Scotland at risk of extinction, MSPs must act now!

www.scotlandlovesnature.scot/billboard-me...

small infographics showing outputs of funded project activity

Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund 1st evaluation report published today. Its investment has supported habitat and species restoration across Scotland. It's only the start but it powerfully shows how nature can recover given investment.
www.gov.scot/publications...
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“This is a very dark day for seabirds. Berwick Bank would be catastrophic for Scotland’s globally important seabirds which are already facing alarming declines. Its impacts are so damaging it will make it very difficult for other, less-harmful windfarms to come forward. We are incredibly concerned that Scottish Government have granted consent for a project which could catapult some of Scotland’s most-loved seabird species towards extinction.”

Gannet pair courting

A dark day for Scotland’s seabirds.

We're incredibly concerned that Scottish Government have granted consent for the Berwick Bank offshore windfarm, which could catapult some of our most vulnerable species toward extinction 🚨

We will carefully scrutinise the details and consider our next steps.

This is predicted to be one of the most damaging windfarms for birds we are aware of anywhere on the planet.

We support nature positive offshore wind, but this isn’t it. It’s a disaster in the making.

Our reaction to the news that toxic lead shot is to be banned for nearly all uses in Scotland 👏

1 in 9 species in Scotland is at risk of extinction. We need bold ideas. Our Innovation category celebrates those helping turn the tide for nature. Apply by 11.59pm 3 June lnkd.in/expNN2j9
Thanks for support @hutton.ac.uk

We’re very disappointed to hear today that plans for a new National Park in Galloway have been scrapped. It’s been over 20 years since Scotland created its only two National Parks. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs and the Cairngorms have since evolved into important landscapes for both people and nature. A third National Park in Scotland – in Galloway or elsewhere – would bring huge benefits for nature, communities and climate. The Scottish Government must now step up and take urgent action to show it is committed to tackling the nature and climate crisis. This news makes it even more vital the Natural Environment Bill drives the nature recovery we so desperately need.

Our reaction to the Scottish Government's decision not to continue with a new National Park in Galloway.

An infographic titled How much nature is left in Scotland? Below it the outlines of 10 European countries are shown along with their biodiversity intactness percentage and ranking. Scotland is highlighted as it ranks 28th from the bottom of 240 countries with an intactness of 56%.

Today is #BiodiversityDay – a perfect time to reflect on the state of Scotland’s nature.

Scotland is famous for its incredible wildlife and wild places but is one of the most nature depleted countries on the planet (ranking 28th from the bottom out of 240).

@unbiodiversity.bsky.social

Today, we handed in a petition with over 100,000 voices calling on the UK Chancellor not to cut the budget for nature friendly farming.

This matters to Scotland because if the UK budget is cut, it is harder to secure funding for Scottish farmers and crofters to support nature.

An aerial image of Forsinard Flows nature reserve, including the look out tower against a backdrop of peatland pools, mountains and a clear blue sky.

Today’s Climate Change Committee advice shows nature is vital in tackling climate change

@scotgov must now take urgent action for nature and climate, including:

• Investing in nature friendly farming
• Restoring peatlands
• Expanding native woodlands
• Protecting blue carbon stores

We're calling on Scottish Ministers to say no to #BerwickBank.

The proposed wind farm could kill & displace thousands of seabirds in the Forth.

Refusing consent could make way for more nature positive offshore projects.

Find out why↙
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJNM...

YouTube video by RSPB RSPB Scotland and other charities warn of an unprecedented threat to seabirds from a giant wind farm

“This is a really critical decision point”

We're calling for Scottish Ministers to say no to Berwick Bank.

This mega windfarm proposal would be a disaster for Scotland's seabirds.

If it is refused, it would unlock a host of nature-friendly offshore projects.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJNM...

Nature of Scotland Award categories 'A photograph of a Puffin standing in short grass among small pink and yellow flowers. The text overlay reads: 'Nature of Scotland Awards 2025' with the phrase 'Open for entries.' Logos for RSPB Scotland and NatureScot appear in the top right corner.

We're live! Entries are open for the 2025 #NatureOfScotland Awards. We can't wait to hear about the incredible conservation work being carried out across Scotland. Explore all our categories and start your FREE entry here: bit.ly/2025categories

A White-tailed Eagle in flight.

The Scottish Budget, just approved, contains a promising £3 million boost to revive Scotland's nature.

This is great news for our beloved wildlife and the habitats it needs to survive.

For wildlife to thrive, we must see continued funding for nature restoration.

📷 Ben Andrew

The UK's National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan brings together each country's plan for tackling biodiversity loss, including Scottish Government's Biodiversity Strategy. All eyes are now on the Natural Environment Bill to get us on track to halt nature loss by 2030.

Today is World Wetlands Day. But what exactly are wetlands, and just how important are they for nature in Scotland?

Find out in today's blog: https://community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/scotland/posts/world-wetlands-day-2025

Campaigners swoop on Holyrood calling for action to protect seabirds Campaigners from RSPB Scotland - one dressed as a giant gannet - swooped on the Scottish Parliament, calling for action to save Scotland’s seabirds.

www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/campaig...

This is great news for our environment, society and planet!

Well done to everyone who has worked so hard to get to this point. 🌍

“Opening a huge new oilfield without accounting for its environmental costs is simply incompatible with the UK’s commitments to tackle climate change. So today’s ruling that approval for Rosebank was unlawful is hugely welcome. The governments of the UK have declared a climate emergency, and their decisions must address this and the nature crisis that is pushing much of our most loved wildlife to the brink.” Anne McCall, Director, RSPB Scotland

Great news - Today, the Court of Session has ruled that the UK Government's approval of the proposed Rosebank oilfield was unlawful 🎉

This is hugely welcome as we continue to call on the governments of the UK to make the right decisions for people, nature and climate 💚

Golden plover at Forsinard Flows

View over the peat bogs at Forsinard Flows, with a low fog hanging over

30 years at Forsinard Flows 🎉

In January 1995, we established our Forsinard Flows nature reserve! This year we’re kicking off celebrations by sharing some momentous achievements 👉 community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/scotland/posts/thirty-years-rspb-scotland-forsinard-flows

📷 Andy Hay, Neil Cowie