The unique rainforest of Ben Shieldaig
Ben Shieldaig, in the north west Highlands, is an unusual area of Scotland’s rainforest as the woodland here is made up of both Scots pine and birch trees. But in it, you’ll find an extraordinary 212 species of mosses and liverworts, which is about about a fifth of the entire British total.
The threat of rhododendron in Scotland’s rainforest
Rhododendron ponticum is the most invasive plant in Scotland’s rainforest. It chokes the woodland ecosystem, pushing out specialised wildlife and preventing regeneration. In this guest blog, NTS Project Officer Rob Dewar discusses issues and solutions.
Bryophytes: back to basics
Scotland’s rainforest is internationally important for bryophytes. But what are these simple plants, and what makes this habitat so perfect for them? In the first of a series of blogs, consultant botanist Gordon Rothero explains…
Book Review: The Lost Rainforests of Britain, by Guy Shrubsole
A beautiful new book on Britain’s rainforest is out to buy this week. Julie Stoneman, from Plantlife Scotland, was lucky enough to get a sneak peak.
The trees of Scotland’s rainforest
Scotland’s rainforest wouldn’t exist without trees. There are loads of different species that you might see, but we’ve picked just five to take a closer look at.
Your love of coffee can now help save Scotland’s rainforest
Coffee has an inextricable link with the rainforests of the world. Now Glasgow-based coffee roaster, Matthew Algie, is working with the John Muir Trust to help save Scotland’s rainforest.
The story of The Ghost Rainforest
In November 2021, a group of five indigenous leaders from different tribes in the Amazon rainforest performed a sacred ritual blessing in Scotland’s rainforest. This is the story of The Ghost Rainforest.
Help our rainforest by drinking beer (no, really)
Raising the profile of Scotland’s rainforest is vitally important in the fight to help it survive. That’s where beer comes in.
SRUC joins the Alliance for Scotland’s Rainforest
We’re delighted to announce that the Scottish Rural College (SRUC) has officially joined the Alliance for Scotland’s Rainforest.
Top five facts about pine martens
Pine martens are one of the larger creatures you’ll see in Scotland’s rainforest – though you’d be lucky to actually spot one. Here are some top facts about these secretive animals.
What do you need for a rainforest?
Find out how Scotland’s rainforest has inspired a young filmmaker to share his love and interest in this rare habitat.
The top five flowers of Scotland’s rainforest
Scotland’s rainforest isn’t all trees, moss and lichen. In amongst the dappled glades grow beautiful woodland flowers that are an important food source for all sorts of wildlife. Here are five to look out for.
Inspired by Scotland’s rainforest
Edinburgh-based illustrator Abi Pate has been inspired by Scotland’s rainforest. On World Rainforest Day, she explains why.
The magical wood warbler
Scotland’s rainforest is one of the best places to see a wonderful little migrant bird with a very unusual call: the wood warbler.
Help needed to track down rare butterfly
You can help save one of Scotland’s fastest-declining butterflies! Find out how.
The amazing biodiversity of the rainforest
Scotland’s rainforest is one of the most biodiverse places in the UK. But what is biodiversity, why is it under threat, and what can we all do to help?
Successful event celebrating Scotland’s rainforest
The lush green surroundings of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh proved a fitting venue for a special celebration of Scotland’s rainforest.