Wildlife
Here, you’ll find all the information you need on Scottish wildlife – and guidance on when an animal might need our help.
Bat
Bats are the only mammals in the world that truly have the ability to fly.
Beaver
Famed for their thick, dark waterproof fur, beavers are stocky rodents with a flat tail and beady eyes.
Otter
After being pushed close to extinction back in the mid-20th century, otters are once again flourishing across Scotland.
Badger
Although there is a significant population spread across mainland Scotland, the chances of seeing a badger in the wild are slim.
Bird
Scotland’s lush woodlands and food-rich seas, shores and grasslands provide a home to over five hundred species of native birds.
Deer
Deer are the largest land mammals found in Scotland but, despite their size, they are extremely timid around humans.
Fox
Well-known for being wily, foxes have adapted to living in different environments and can be found all over Scotland.
Squirrel
Known for nimbly scurrying up trees and burying stockpiles of nuts to get them through the winter, squirrels are a common sight in Scotland.
Hedgehog
Famed for their brown, prickly exterior, hedgehogs are one of Scotland’s best-loved wild mammals.
Sick Animals
What to do if you find a sick animal.
Injured Animals
What to do if you find an injured animal.
Deceased Animals
What to do if you find a dead animal.
Lone Babies
What to do if you find a lone baby animal.
On The Road
What to do if you find animals on the road.
Trapped Animals
What to do if you find a trapped wild animal.
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