Scottish Seabird Centre Wildlife Blogs and Podcasts

Sandeel fisheries closures

25 July 2023

We welcome the current proposal by the Scottish Government to close sandeel fisheries in all Scottish waters. This would bring benefits for sandeel stocks, wider commercial fisheries and many iconic seabirds, seals and cetaceans. Read about why we support this proposal in this blog by our CEO, Susan Davies.

Safeguarding Seals: Threats & Conservation

4 December 2023

In this second blog about Scotland's seals by Conservation Assistant Emma Marriott, we uncover the threats that seals are facing and learn what we can all do to help protect them.

Spotting the Difference: Seal Species in Scotland

3 November 2023

Conservation Assistant Emma Marriott explores the differences between our two native seal species - Grey seals and Harbour seals - and dives into their behaviour and identification.

Exploring the Small Isles

29 August 2023

Our new Youth Ambassador, Udara Nagodavithana, reflects on her time spent on the incredible Small Isles, recounting what she learned, and the amazing wildlife and landscapes she saw along the way.