Isles ‘monkey flower’ is a new species
Scientists have discovered a new “monkey” flower near Quarff – with bigger petals than its Alaskan ancestors.
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Lucky day for trapped solan seen by couple on walk
The dire consequences of marine-borne litter were highlighted at Hillswick on Wednesday when a gannet was rescued from a metre-long length of frayed rope.
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Hillswick Wildlife Sanctuary seeks public ‘seal’ of approval to secure its future
Appeal hopes to secure Hillswick Wildlife Sanctuary’s future for the next 30 years.
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READER POLL: The vote is now open for the 2017 Shetland Times calendar competition
The poll is now open to select a winner for the 2017 Shetland Times calendar competition. Have your say by clicking the link below and
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Rare fin whale found stranded on Noss
• A rare fin whale which became stranded on the island of Noss has died. • Scottish Natural Heritage were alerted to the situation on
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Guess what’s in Adenia’s crow’s nest … a crow’s nest
A nesting crow has taken up residence on board a Shetland pelagic boat – in the crow’s nest.
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Unique approach to proposed marine protection area
Moves are afoot to give Fair Isle’s precious marine environment special recognition in a move never taken before in other areas.
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Brutal display from killer whales
Killer whales gave crew and passengers on the Whalsay ferry a hunting display on Monday afternoon in Dury Voe, Laxo.
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Unexpected visitor at guest house
A tourist caught sight of an unexpected visitor making its way across the garden of the guest house he was staying in.
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Exhibition goes ‘Oot and Aboot’
The new exhibition opening in Da Gadderie this weekend showcases the photography talents of the Islesburgh Photographic Club.
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Wildlife centre offered to SOTEAG
The Scottish SPCA has given the Shetland Oil Terminal Environmental Advisory Group the option of buying or leasing the building which until recently housed the…
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New partners for wildlife festival
There will be something different on offer at this year’s Shetland Nature Festival.
READ FULL STORYCharming waxwing story wins prize for Fair Isle filmmaker
A filmmaker from Fair Isle has won a prize in this year’s British Wildlife Photography Awards.
READ FULL STORYOtter ‘addict’ Brydon highly commended for wildlife photography
An image of a Shetland otter by Brydon Thomason has been “highly commended” in this year’s British Wildlife Photography Awards (BWPA).
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