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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Man finds six foot snakeskin on Staney Hill
A man who found a large snakeskin on Staney Hill has appealed for anyone with information to get in touch.
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WATCH: Dave the premature seal pup is rescued after being abandoned by mother
A rescue centre is asking folk to send their well wishes to a struggling seal pup whose mother abandoned it after a premature birth. Hillswick…
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WATCH: Intrepid Leith gets up close to ‘amazing’ orcas
An intrepid isles swimmer has spoken about the moment he came face to face with an orca in the deep blue waters of a Norwegian…
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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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SNH keen to see Hermaness used to benefit community
A consultation has begun on how Scottish Natural Heritage should manage the UK’s most northerly National Nature Reserve in Unst.
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Three local photographers praised by awards judges
Shetland was well represented in the Scottish Nature Photographer of the Year competition – with three isles photographers getting recognition and the winning shot being
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Review: Hidden gems inspire Back From Beyond show
From rousing fiddles to crunchy guitars, heartfelt harmonies to clever poetry, Back from Beyond was an eclectic celebration of Shetland’s charms. Visitors to Mareel on…
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