Stories tagged with Tag: nature

Wishart praises work of citizen scientists sharing killer whale sightings

Orca spotters who share their sightings on social media have been praised for helping to further research and conservation.

June 3, 2023 | 8.58am

Sandeel fishing ban proposed to save seabirds

A ban on commercial fishing for sandeels is being proposed to help save Scotland’s seabirds.

May 20, 2023 | 9.22am

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Life in Shetland

Ferry crew and passengers treated to rare leap from minke whale

Crew and passengers onboard the Filla got a rare and amazing sight of a large minkie whale breaching out of the water on Saturday morning

April 26, 2023 | 10.04am

Go ‘Wild about Whaaps’ to celebrate World Curlew Day

Nature fans are invited to celebrate World Curlew Day at a special event aimed at highlighting the plight of the popular wading bird.

April 16, 2023 | 8.51am

David Attenborough’s final nature series to feature Shetland seals and orcas

Shetland orcas and seals are to play a starring role in what is expected to be Sir David Attenborough’s final nature series.

March 7, 2023 | 12.01am

Bird flu found in Shetland otter

The avian flu outbreak which has devastated seabird populations has spread to otters, it has been confirmed.

February 4, 2023 | 9.57am

Time is running out to have your say on ‘Shetland Way’

Folk have been urged to have their say on plans for a “Shetland way” walking route as the deadline for feedback nears.

April 12, 2022 | 11.54am

Sanctuary team praise all involved in ‘remarkable’ sperm whale rescue

A couple who have spent 30 years caring for creatures in need have praised everyone involved in this week’s sperm whale rescue.

April 2, 2022 | 9.31am

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WATCH: ‘A very lucky selkie indeed’ – Rescuers free seal from netting

The rescue of a young seal from netting washed ashore has again highlighted the dangers of marine litter to wildlife.

January 5, 2022 | 11.43am

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WATCH: Video of seal pup on rubbish strewn beach leaves environmentalists ‘horrified’

Shocking footage of a young seal pup on a rubbish strewn beach has again shown the awful impact of plastic pollution on the natural world.

November 20, 2021 | 1.28pm

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Coastal visitors warned to stay away from seals after reports of disturbances endangering pups

Coastal visitors are urged to keep their distance from seals following a number of recent disturbances endangering the animals.

July 16, 2021 | 10.59am

Wildlife troubles at Clickimin loch sees key species ‘decline to absolute zero’

Lerwick Community Council hears concerns about dramatic fall in wildlife at Clickimin loch.

January 12, 2021 | 10.38am