15: Invasive Non-Native Species in Scotland and Conservation Actions are Improving Biodiversity
Nature In A NutshellShow Notes
In this episode of Nature In A Nutshell we discuss a new report on how to tackle Invasive Non-Native Species in Scotland, a new study that has found conservation actions are working for biodiversity, and an update on the Sustainable Farming Scheme in Wales.
We also cover how leaving your grass to grow long in your garden can boost butterfly numbers by almost double and the Scottish Government's commitment to creating a new national park by the end of its parliamentary session in 2026.
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Show notes: Conservation actions are improving biodiversity Transition to Sustainable Farming Scheme delayed to 2026 Long grass in gardens improves butterfly numbers Third National Park will go ahead in Scotland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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