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Malawi pupil James Phillipo

Enchanted by Scottish wildlife! Malawi pupil James Phillipo enjoys a close encounter with a dor beetle and a knot grass moth caterpillar during a visit to Dundreggan on 15th September 2010.
 

Young birch, holly and Scots pines in Coille Ruigh na Cuileige exclosure

Young birch, holly and Scots pines growing in front of dead pines in the Coille Ruigh na Cuileige exclosure in Glen Affric, which we celebrated the 20th anniversary of on 14th September 2010.
 

Looking at moths collected

Entomologist David Barbour, Kate Reid of Trees for Life and members of the public looking at moths collected in our moth trap during our special event to celebrate International Biodiversity Day at Dundreggan on 22nd May 2010.
 

Trees for Life in the Media


The links below lead to articles and broadcasts about Trees for Life on external websites.


2010


December 2010

Highland estate revealed as home to series of rare species Article on the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organistions website about the biodiversity we've found at Dundreggan during 2010.

'Lost world' of rare species in Highlands' forest Article on the BBC News website about the biodiversity we've found at Dundreggan during 2010.

The lost world of endangered species found in the Highlands Article on The Herald website about the biodiversity we've found at Dundreggan during 2010.

'Lost world' is home to rare species Article on the Inverness Courier website about the biodiversity we've found at Dundreggan during 2010.


November 2010

Rare sawfly discovered in UK Article on the Positive News website about the discovery of a rare sawfly (Nematus pseudodispar) on Dundreggan.

Rare sawfly discovered for first time in UK Article on the Southport Reporter website about the discovery of a rare sawfly (Nematus pseudodispar) on Dundreggan.

Sawfly makes first UK appearance Article on the BBC website about the discovery of a rare sawfly (Nematus pseudodispar) on Dundreggan.

Rare insect discovered in UK for first time Article on the STV News website about the discovery of a rare sawfly (Nematus pseudodispar) on Dundreggan.


September 2010

Malawi students explore Highland wildlife Article on the STV News website about the visit of a group of students from Malawi to Dundreggan on 15th September.

Visiting African pupils get to the root of conservation by digging in Scots pines Article on the Press & Journal website about the visit of a group of students from Malawi to Dundreggan on 15th September.

Deer fence allows Glen Affric trees to flourish Article on the Walk Highlands website about the 20th anniversary on 14th September 2010 of the completion of the fence at Coille Ruigh na Cuileige in Glen Affric.

Deer-free woodland hailed a success Article on the BBC News website about the 20th anniversary on 14th September 2010 of the completion of the fence at Coille Ruigh na Cuileige in Glen Affric.

Caledonian Forest thriving thanks to deer management scheme Article on the STV News website about the 20th anniversary on 14th September 2010 of the completion of the fence at Coille Ruigh na Cuileige in Glen Affric.


June 2010

Dundreggan A 5 minute audio clip on the BBC website's Scotland's Landscapes section, of Alan Watson Featherstone talking about the forest at Dundreggan.


April 2010

The future of Scotland's wildlife Article from the Guardian's Travel section on April 3rd about wildlife tourism in Scotland, that includes information about our vision and work.


March 2010

SECC awards Champion accolade to Trees for Life Article on the Conference & Incentive Travel website about us being selected as one of 25 Champions by the Scottish Exhibition & Conference Centre (SECC) in Glasgow, to commemorate their 25th anniversary.

Tree Charity nets Champion award Article on the Forres Gazette website about us being selected as one of 25 Champions by the Scottish Exhibition & Conference Centre (SECC) in Glasgow, to commemorate their 25th anniversary.


February 2010

Syndrome led to wild boar deaths Article on the BBC News website about the cause of death of the boar at Dundreggan being identified as porcine dermatitis and nephropathy syndrome (PDNS).

Two 'extinct' species found thriving in Scots shooting estate's lost world Article on the Scotsman website about the biodiversity we've found on Dundreggan, and our signing up to be a partner in the International Year of Biodiversity UK partnership.

Rare species recorded in Highlands forest Article on the BBC News website about the biodiversity we've found on Dundreggan, and our signing up to be a partner in the International Year of Biodiversity UK partnership.


January 2010

Cold may be factor in boar deaths Article on the BBC News website about the recent death of two young boar at Dundreggan, due to the cold weather.

Extreme cold claims lives of wild boars Article on The Scotsman website about the recent death of two young boar at Dundreggan, due to the cold weather.

Green guest house plants grove of trees Article on The Scotsman website about the establishment of a grove of trees with us by the Straven Guest House in Edinburgh.

 
 


Last updated: 13 February 2012

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