Scotland’s natural world !
Scotland’s National Nature Reserves (NNRs) are places open for everyone to visit and enjoy.
They protect wildlife and landscapes , including many rare species and habitats.
Here are just a few of Scotland’s 71 beautiful reserves …
St Kilda
The St Kilda islands are in the most part of Britain, 66 km west of Scotland’s Outer Hebrides. St Kilda has over 1 million seabirds, including puffins, and unique species of sheep and field mice. It is also a great place for diving ! Best time to visit ; May to July
Insh Marshes
The Insh Marshes are in the north of Scotland and are one of the most important wetlands in Europe. Hundred of birds come here in the spring. When the marshes flood in the winter, you’ll see flocks of swans and geese. Best time to visit ; November to June
Loch Lomond
Loch Lomond is a beautiful lake in the west of Scotland. It’s famous for its fantastic wildlife and woods. If you go in the spring, you’ll see the woods full of bluebells. You may even see some deer or a rare golden eadle. Best time to visit ; spring