2010 International Year of Biodiversity

Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth - the plants, animals, soils, water and other living things. These provide us all with food, clean water, fuel and other vital services that our health and wealth depend on.

2010 is International Year of Biodiversity and provides a great opportunity to make a real difference to biodiversity in Scotland and elsewhere on Earth.

We want to use 2010 to connect people with nature. We want to celebrate the wonderful biodiversity we have in Scotland and explain why it's important to all of us. 

Everyone in Scotland can help by doing one thing to support biodiversity in 2010 and telling someone about it.

Biodiversity communications

Find out about our plans for 2010 International Year of Biodiversity.

Buy seasonal

Healthy biodiversity is vital for growing the food we eat - buying seasonal food helps a lot.

Nature on your doorstep

Nature can be found everywhere, even on your doorstep, so get outdoors and discover our wonderful nature.

Garden for life

Gardens can be great for birds, insects and other animals. There's lots you can do to help wildlife thrive in your garden.

Help with a wildlife survey

Help find out how healthy our biodiversity is in your area.

Tell someone about biodiversity

Have you seen something exciting or seen someone inspiring? Tell someone about it and get them involved.

Get others involved in biodiversity

You've made a difference, so ask your employer to do a bit more or encourage your local school to improve their grounds and teach outdoors

Biodiversity events

There are lots of events in 2010, including Scottish Biodiversity Week (15-23 May).

Related Links

Scotland's wildlife

Find out more about Scotland's wildlife

Protecting Scotland's wildlife

Find out what's happening to protect 32 species in Scotland

Biodiversity Activities Pack

Outdoor activities pack available aimed to help teachers and others working with young people of all ages understand and engage with biodiversity.