Raring to realise riparian recovery? 🌳💧 We're looking for a Knowledge and Evidence Officer to join our Riverwoods team to support the development of digital monitoring tools and continue to grow the innovative Riverwoods Digital Centre of Excellence. Apply via our website at bit.ly/4i3nMYM

We’ve just launched our new fundraising appeal to ensure we’re able to keep protecting Scotland’s native red squirrels, as we have been doing since 2009. Any amount you can give will help. Find out more and donate here: scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/how-to-help/... Thank you. 📷 Keilidh Ewan

Alongside @foescot.bsky.social, @rspbscotland.bsky.social and many more, we’ll be taking part in Scotland’s Climate March in Glasgow tomorrow 📣 A healthy climate is essential for healthy wildlife – and vice versa! So join us at Glasgow Green from 11am and make your voice heard!

Snakes, Shewalton Wood and...storytelling?! 🐍 📖 Take a listen to our second episode of Words of the Wild to find out about our latest work in Cumbernauld and what our Wildlife Watch leaders get up to. Listen on our website or on your podcast streaming platform of choice. 🎧 buff.ly/20VNw8g

Did you know that in folklore, woodcock were believed to fly to the moon during months when they weren't seen?! 🪽🌕 The first full moon in November is sometimes called the 'Woodcock Moon' as it's around the time that migrating woodcock arrive and join our resident birds. #WildlifeWednesday

There's only a couple of days left to apply to join our North of Scotland team working on Inverbroom! Head over to our website to apply today. 👇 bit.ly/3LfJzjs #Scotland #Vacancy

Task list for today: Stick the kettle on 🫖 Crack open the biscuits 🍪 Put your feet up and listen to stories about Scotland’s wonderful wildlife 🛋️ buff.ly/20VNw8g #Podcast #SundayVibes #Nature

We recently sat down with Dan Bagur, author of "Pine Marten: The Secret World of Martes martes". In our latest blog, Dan discusses his book, the behaviour of pine martens, and how he developed his own love of nature. Read more 🔗 buff.ly/5mJOMtn

Our Words of the Wild podcast is back - and what a line up we’ve got to kick off season two! Tune in as we explore the wilds of Rahoy Hills, discover what life is like on the magical island of Handa and much more. Listen here 🎧 scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/podcast/

As we await a decision from The Scottish Government on the future of Coul Links, our Chair, Kenny Taylor, discusses what makes the site so special for wildlife, and why the damaging development of a golf course must not be allowed to proceed. Read more: buff.ly/z7TePLL 📷 Scott Leatham

Did you know there are over 15,000 species of fungi in the UK!? Our new blog doesn’t quite cover that many, but it has some fascinating facts about some of our favourites, including collared earthstar and yellow stagshorn. Find out more 🔗 buff.ly/shczV8Z

Congratulations to the winners of this year's Words of the Wild competition: Rosie Howat, Jessica-Joy Ibarra-Nagy, Abby Kumar, Faith MacLachlan, Finola Scott and Cairistìona Stone. Read the full story – and all the finalists’ entries – on our website: scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/winners...

Guess who's back?! 👀 We're thrilled to announce that season 2 of our #WordsOfTheWild podcast is back! Ed and Rachel are back with six new episodes, with more stories from across Scotland. The first episode will be out soon but in you can catch up on season 1 on our website now. 👇 buff.ly/20VNw8g

Looking for a new challenge? We have some exciting new vacancies to join our team at Inverbroom. Head over to our website to find out more and apply today! bit.ly/3LfJzjs #Vacancy

We have some very exciting news to announce 🥳 Following our acquisition of Inverbroom Estate earlier this year, we have now been awarded nearly £750,000 of support from National Lottery Heritage Fund to help realise our vision for the site. Full story on our website 🔗 buff.ly/UN7og8w

Today at Scottish Parliament, MSPs debate the Natural Environment Bill. This morning LINK was outside with the #ScotlandLovesNature campaign, representing red squirrels, Scottish wildcats, puffins and bees. 🐿️🐝 This Bill is our VITAL chance for legally binding nature recovery targets. 🌿🐾 #savenature

Halloween is nearly here! 🎃🦉🦇 If you're looking for some spooky activity ideas, check out our latest blog! 👇 bit.ly/3JuNCaZ 📸 Tawny owl and full moon © Alan Price

If you're in the Dalkeith area on Saturday 8 November, why not check out the next screening of the #Riverwoods film? 📆 Date: Saturday 8 November 🕙 Time: 14:00-16:00 📌 Location: One Dalkeith, 21 Eskdaill Ct, Dalkeith, EH22 1AG Head over to buff.ly/OKsYhrv to book your place!

It’s hard to imagine a more important task than restoring nature, which sustains our very lives and is our only home. By supporting real action through the Natural Environment Bill, our politicians can show us that at last they’re starting to make nature a priority. www.scotsman.com/news/opinion...

Did you know that bats hibernate? 🦇 Although bats are a well-loved symbol of Halloween, it won't be long before they head off to hibernate in November. During hibernation, bats lower their body temperature and their heart rate drops to help them conserve energy during the colder months.💤

❓Wondering about Wildlife Watch? Well wonder no more! Take a look at our blog to find out more about what our wonderful Wildlife Watch leaders got up to at our a recent training day with @pkcountryside.bsky.social. 👇 bit.ly/48xhPjU

Don’t forget the clocks go back this weekend! We’re still deciding if we’re going to spend the extra hour squirrel spotting or staying in bed 👀 😴 📷 Keilidh Ewan

There's still time to stop Berwick Bank, but only if we make ourselves heard. Add your voice and tell them. Scotland can lead on renewables without sacrificing its seabirds. Add your voice.👇 www.seabird.org/cancel-berwi...

Did you know that the hearing of a tawny owl could be up to 10 times better than a humans?! 🦉 Tawny owls have two ear openings which improve their directional hearing. A passage through the skull links the eardrums, and enables the source of the sound to be pinpointed! 👂 #WildlifeWednesday

Looking to take action for nature but not sure where to start? 🤔 Our online Pioneers Programme is designed to help you build the skills, knowledge and confidence to organise positive action for nature in your community. 💚 Head over to our e-learning website to find out more. 👇 buff.ly/mvhTWO8

It's Sunday! Are you more speedy squirrel or dozing diver today? 💨💤

These magnificent mushrooms were spotted on our Bawsinch and Duddingston Loch reserve in Edinburgh. 🍄 📸 Huge thanks to @davidst999.bsky.social for sending these brilliant photos in. 1&2 - Bleeding fairy caps 3 - Glistening ink caps

Join Buglife for a screening of Riverwoods: An Untold Story 🎬 Find out more about river woodlands and the work being undertaken across the #Riverwoods Blueprint Project partnership. 📆 Tuesday 28 October 🕙 18:30-20:30 📌 Duthac Centre, Tain, IV19 1BQ Sign up: buff.ly/1a47CLr

Fancy nature activity ideas squirreled away in your inbox? Sign up to our educator's mailing list to receive activity ideas, resources and inspirational stories! Sign up today 👇 bit.ly/4ncu2iA Please note, actual squirrels not included.

🍁Ready for some autumnal vibes? 🍂 The latest issue of our Wildlife Watch magazine is full of autumnal activities and wonderful wildlife! #WildlifeWatch #Autumn

Biodiversity is in decline in Scotland. ⚠️ But together, we can help nature adapt to the challenges ahead.🌱 Will you donate today to create a brighter future for Scotland's wildlife? 🐾 Give now: bit.ly/3rclMYa

Thanks to everyone who has submitted their squirrel sightings as part of the #GreatScottishSquirrelSurvey. 🐿 Remember you can still send your red and grey squirrel sightings to the @scotsquirrels.bsky.social team at bit.ly/4gZ4tOP

As the sun sets on our first ever #GooseFest, we'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has come along to Montrose Basin Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre to have a gander at our gaggle of goose events. 🪿 We hope you've had as much fun celebrating these amazing visitors as we have! 💚

It's the last weekend of GooseFest and there are some great events lined up from felting to a sunset boat trip! Head over to the website to find out more and book your spot. bit.ly/3L0yZMW #GooseFest

We’re thrilled to be launching a brand-new Wildlife Watch Group in Kinross, specially designed for curious kids aged 5 to 8! 🌿🐾 Each month, we’ll be diving into fun, hands-on nature adventures right here in our local area — from creepy crawlies to woodland wonders!

It’s the first day of the #GreatScottishSquirrelSurvey! Be part of something AMAZING this week by telling us about the squirrels you see at buff.ly/sbCx6Im @scotwildlife.bsky.social @naturescot.bsky.social @rspbscotland.bsky.social @aberdeencc.bsky.social @treesforlife.bsky.social

Keep an eye out for these colourful characters if you’re out and about in Montrose this week! Pupils from local schools have done a fantastic job colouring in geese to create a trail around the town for #GooseFest. Pop into our visitor centre for plenty more goose-based fun! #UKBirding

It's been a wild couple of days, but who says you can't enjoy the wonders of nature while cooried up on the couch? Check out this spectacular footage of Bonnington Linn in full spate yesterday, from our beautiful Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve. 🔊 SOUND ON

Amazing to see so many people getting into the spirit of #GooseFest in Montrose this #PinkFootFriday ❤️ Thanks to Borrowfield Primary, Southesk Primary, Highland Scene, Project Montrose and everyone else who joined in the celebration of our pink-footed pals!

We're very sorry to have to cancel tomorrow's Squirrel spotting event with @scotwildlife.bsky.social Wildlife Watch Group in Aberdeen, due to adverse weather conditions. We really hope we can reschedule soon. Keep an eye on our events page for upcoming events in your area. 📷 Caroline Vaux

Nearly 300,000 properties are estimated to be at risk of flooding in Scotland, and this figure is predicted to rise in the coming years. Nature-based solutions - such as wetland restoration and riparian planting - can help us tackle this challenge. Read more 🔗 buff.ly/d2C6dr2

Healthy river woodlands are essential for climate resilience and adaptation 🌍 These unique ecosystems deliver significant environmental benefits, including drought mitigation, flood protection, improved water quality and carbon storage. Discover more this #ScotClimateWeek 💚 buff.ly/ZHtQzIN

We're pleased that the @parliament.scot Rural Affairs and Islands Committee has backed proposals in the Natural Environment Bill to introduce statutory targets to restore nature. Nature targets are a key demand of our Scotland Loves Nature campaign. Read more: www.scotlink.org/msps-back-na...

Following an extensive judging process, we’re delighted to announce the 15 finalists of our Words of the Wild writing competition. Read the shortlist on our website and look out for the winners being announced at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival. buff.ly/JTR9O2n

Honk if you’re excited about GooseFest! The festivities officially kick off tomorrow, so whether you’re joining an event or just want to see the geese, pop into our Montrose Basin Visitor Centre and say hello 👋 More info 🔗 buff.ly/xwIMb0b 📷 Ron Mitchell #BirdingScotland #UKWildlife

Only one week until we kick off this year’s #GreatScottishSquirrelSurvey! We’re asking everyone in Scotland to let the lovely folks at @scotsquirrels.bsky.social know about any squirrel they see – red or grey – from 6-12 October. Find out more 🔗 buff.ly/HwyFqkK

Today is #WorldRiversDay 🌊 The Riverwoods initiative is working to create a network of healthy river woodlands and river systems across Scotland. Together we can ensure these ecosystems continue to protect people and wildlife for future generations. 🔗 Learn more: riverwoods.org.uk

KNOW YOUR PINKIES! Swot up on your pink-footed geese knowledge ahead of GooseFest with our handy ID guide below. 📷 D McNab 🔈 Peter Stronach, XC611208. Accessible at buff.ly/Izp3hUd

A huge thank you to our Angus and Dundee Local Group for hosting a visit to The Miley Wildlife Reserve after our AGM last weekend. It was brilliant to shine a spotlight on some of the incredible work that goes on at a local level. 💚 📸© Scottish Wildlife Trust Angus and Dundee Local Group

🎉 Ahead of this year's #WorldRiversDay, we’ve awarded over £200,000 of funding to 11 pioneering organisations, kickstarting a pipeline of new river woodland creation and restoration activities! (1/3) Find out more 🔗 www.riverwoods.org.uk/transforming...