News releases

Sadly, we have received reports of dead or dying seabirds, particularly guillemots, along the East Lothian coast in recent weeks. Avian influenza – more commonly known as bird flu – is a suspected cause and specimens have been collected by DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs) for testing. This highly pathogenic disease continues to circulate in wild bird populations and remains a huge risk to our fragile seabird species.

A new study examines how the HPAI epidemic affected seabird colonies in Scotland and England.

The Scottish Seabird Centre is delighted to announce funding from the SafeDeposits Scotland Community Fund and DWF Foundation to support a project designed to make environmental action accessible to all.

“While we welcome the Seabird Action Plan, it follows the devestating decision earlier this month to consent Berwick Bank offshore windfarm, which is projected to kill tens of thousands of seabirds. Ultimately, it’s actions that count and unless this strategy results in a sea change in approach from the Scottish Government, it will be worthless.”