Black grouse
The male black grouse, or 'blackcock', is famed for its display behaviour, known as 'lekking'. A sight to behold, it fans out its tail and struts its stuff to show its…
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Draft legislation potentially puts large carbon stores at risk
The Wildlife Management & Muirburn Bill is currently passing through the Scottish Parliament and proposes to introduce a stronger regulatory framework for grouse moor management and the…
Red grouse
The red grouse is an umistakeable bird - plump and round, with a gingery-red body as its name suggests. Found on upland heathlands, it is under threat from the nationwide, dramatic loss of these…
Scottish Wildlife Trust new report on the state of Scotland's raised bogs
Findings from SWT survey during 2010/11 of 58 Scottish lowland raised bogs and analysis of change since 1994/1995 reinforce the need for active restoration to counteract past damage and to bring…
Help wildlife in the cold
The colder months can be a tough time for wildlife, food is scarce and hibernators are looking for shelter. That's why we’ve put together our top tips for maintaining your garden for wildlife…
About us
The IUCN UK Peatland Programme was set up in 2009 to promote peatland restoration in the UK. We advocate the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice.
How to make a hedge for wildlife
Hedges provide important shelter and protection for wildlife, particularly nesting birds and hibernating insects.
How to help wildlife at school
Whether feeding the birds, or sowing a wildflower patch, setting up wildlife areas in your school makes for happier, healthier and more creative children.
Climate change and UK birds – a focus on peatlands
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) launch a new report on the impacts of climate change on UK birds timed to coincide with CoP26.
How to help wildlife at work
Attracting wildlife to your work will help improve their environment – and yours!
Cuthbert's Managing Moors Project
Cuthbert's Moor: New nature reserve acquired by Durham Wildlife Trust.
Remembering Jennifer Fulton
We, at the IUCN UK Peatland Programme, are still reeling from the loss of Jennifer Fulton, Chief Executive of Ulster Wildlife, and a long-term member of our steering group, who sadly passed away…