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Wildlife at Forests of the Scottish Borders
Scottish Borders
Scotland
Peebles, Selkirk, Galashiels, Hawick, and Jedburgh are the nearest towns or villages.
OS Grid Reference: nt4628
 The Scottish Borders provides excellent opportunities to see a large range of woodland, moorland and farmland wildlife species and habitats. Interest varies for all, from family groups to specialist naturalists. In particular the Scottish Borders hosts important Red Squirrel and Black Grouse populations. The fresh water ecology of the Tweed catchment links a picturesque landscape to individual species protection.
Mammals: From large to small, Japanese Sika deer, the nimble roe, badgers, foxes right down to the tiny pippistrelle bat and don't forget the woodland antics of squirrels. We have information about Red squirrel, Roe deer, Badger and Otter
Birds: Borders birds are many and varied, of particular interest are the important Black Grouse population, the exciting new Osprey sites and other woodland birds of prey. The coniferous woodland provides more general interest in species such as Crossbills and waders such as snipe and woodcock. Raven though shy can be seen at several sites throughout the district. We have information about Black grouse and Osprey
Insects and reptiles: Woodland ecology provides a mass of opportunities for insects, some Scottish butterflies are particularly important. Adders, common frogs, toads and newts can be found throughout the area. We have information about Adder Habitats: The Tweed valley catchment sets the scene for general habitat conservation in the Scottish Borders. Habitat improvement and developement plays a key role in the conservation strategy for the area. We have information about Upland bog
How to Get There:
From Edinburgh - A720/A703/A701/A703/A72
From Glasgow - M8/A73/A721/A72
From Carlisle - A7/A72
From Newcastle - A68/A6091/A72
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Places to go in Forests of the Scottish Borders
Caberston
Glentress Forest
Innerleithen - Elibank & Traquair
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Contact
Sarah Oakley
Community & Environment Ranger
01750 721120
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What's of interest
Further information is also available from local Tourist Information Centres.
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