Starlings top again in RSPB garden birdwatch
Shetland’s remains a stronghold for starlings, according to results from the RSPB’s annual citizen survey published this morning. Starlings were spotted by 95 per cent…
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‘Heartbreaking’ image of dead gannet entangled in fishing net wins award and sparks calls for change
A photographer whose tragic image of a gannet fatally entangled in fishing gear won an award hopes it will “spark awareness and inspire change”.
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Wildlife photographer’s stunning book captures ‘magic of Shetland’ to scoop second place in awards
A renowned naturalist has scooped second place in a competition celebrating wildlife and landscape photography in Scotland.
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Wildlife enthusiasts asked to watch out for linties
Sharp-eyed birdwatchers, farmers and crofters are being urged to look out for twites – known locally as linties.
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Two Shetland books shortlisted for national photography award
Two local photographers have been shortlisted for a national award celebrating nature, wildlife and landscape photography. Wild Shetland through the Seasons, by Brydon Thomason and…
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Fair Isle Bird Observatory announces new hires ahead of re-opening in spring
After receiving a record number of applications from around the world, the Fair Isle Bird Observatory this morning (Thursday) announced its picks for both a…
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Get voting for your favourite photo to feature in The Shetland Times 2025 calendar
We are looking for votes to give us a spectacular photograph to adorn The Shetland Times 2024 calendar.
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WATCH: Documentary to honour ‘incredible legacy’ of Jan and Pete Bevington
A short film is being made to honour the “incredible legacy” of Jan and Pete Bevington and their devotion to wildlife conservation.
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Photographer captures ‘amazing wildlife spectacle’ as pod of orcas hunts otter in Lerwick harbour
An award-winning photographer has captured a stunning image of an orca closing in on an otter in Lerwick harbour.
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WATCH: Otter film to air on National Geographic
An emotionally powerful film showcasing the relationship between a man and an otter is getting its UK premiere this month. Billy and Molly: an otter…
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Fears raised over danger of ‘rogue’ maas aggressively defending their territory
Concerns have been raised about “rogue” maas behaving aggressively towards people in Lerwick.
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WATCH: Councillor highlights outdoor access rights after receiving reports of folk being threatened and harassed
Visitors to a stretch of South Mainland coast have reported threats, harassment and verbal abuse.
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WATCH: Pod of dolphins in Uyeasound
A pod of dolphins has been spotted off the coast of Unst.
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Harrowing shot of gannet entangled in ghost fishing gear short-listed for award
A photographer’s powerful image of an entangled gannet hanging from a cliff in Noss has been shortlisted for a conservation award.
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