North East Scotland Biodiversity Partnership

Working together, the North East Scotland Biodiversity Partnership helps protect nature and biodiversity.

Find out about the amazing species that can be found here, how you can get involved, the latest biodiversity news and inspiring local projects from the North East.

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Taking Action for Biodiversity

Following the recommendations in the report ‘Biodiversity: The UK Action Plan’, the North East Scotland Biodiversity Partnership was established with members drawn from local government, environmental organisations, wildlife charities and hosted by what is now the James Hutton Institute.

About Our Partnership

Biodiversity in the Wild North East

Scotland’s natural gem offers highlights galore

Your Biodiversity, Your Wellbeing

Find out why nature is important to you

Who are the North East Big 5?

Meet the superstars just a hop from home

Sphagnum mosses and round leaved sundews ©Lorne Gill/NatureScot

What’s New

Get Involved

Keen to do your bit for biodiversity? Check out some great ways to get involved.

Report your Wildlife Sightings

Help gather important information about the state of our nature

Join the Volunteering Community

Become part of the vibrant local communities helping our biodiversity

Calling all Property Developers

Visit our Developer Hub to find out how you are contributing