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	1. Wee Green Fingers Fun Pack (1990) Wee Green Fingers fun pack - free and fun activities aimed at encouraging young children and accompanying adults to explore the natural world. Biodiversity in your own backyard! Available to download. Sorry, we no longer have packs to send out. There are Wee Green Fingers training courses available... [ read more... ]
	2. SNH Commissioned Report, RSM: Greenland population of the barnacle goose (Branta leucopsis) - the collation and statistical analysis of data and Population Viability Analyses (1999) This report collates and analyses the census data collected on the Greenland population of the barnacle goose, Branta leucopsis that overwinter in Scotland, principally along and off the western coast. It also gives an assessment of the viability of the population and its sensitivity to changes in t... [ read more... ]
	3. SNH Commissioned Report, RSM: Greenland white-fronted goose (Anser albifrons flavirostris) - the collation and statistical analysis of data and population Viability Analyses (1999) This report collates and analyses the census data collected on the Greenland population of the white-fronted goose that overwinters in Scotland, principally along and off the western coast. It also gives an assessment of the viability of the population and its sensitivity to changes in the two key-l... [ read more... ]
	4. SNH Commissioned Report 433: Literature review on methods of control and eradication of Canadian pondweed and Nuttall's pondweed in standing waters (2011) Invasive non-native species are one of the main causes of biodiversity loss world-wide. Canadian pondweed and Nuttall's pondweed are North American natives that have naturalised in the UK and become problematic invasive species. This report aims to describe the ecology of Canadian pondweed and Nut... [ read more... ]
	5. SNH Commissioned Report 260: Second Survey of Relations Between SNH and Owners and Occupiers of Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) (2007) This survey was commissioned by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) to help establish the current state of the relations between SNH and owners, managers and occupiers of sites of special scientific interest (SSSI). The survey work was undertaken in February and March 2007.
	6. SNH Commissioned Report 144: National Vegetation Classification survey for Tweedwood-Gateheugh Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) (2006) This site comprises two linear sections of valleyside woodland along the River Tweed with an approximate length of 3.5km. Most of the woodland has been modified through history, the accessible areas being planted for landscape appeal with conifer specimens and beech stands. Whilst NVC communities ha... [ read more... ]
	7. SNH Commissioned Report 106: Relationship between tree mallow (Lavatera arborea) and Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) on the island of Craigleith, Firth of Forth (Forth Islands Special Protection Area) (2005) This research is aimed towards making the first steps in understanding the relationship between tree mallow and puffins to facilitate conservation action in the near future.
	8. SNH Commissioned Report 35: Preliminary analyses of changes in the first flowering dates of a range of plants between 1978 and 2001 (2004) Phenological studies indicate that the timing of natural events may be affected by climate. Therefore, an increase in temperature over this century can be expected to have a significant effect on ecosystems. This report describes the relationship between the timing of flowering of a number of plant ... [ read more... ]
	9. SNH Commissioned Report, RSM: Loch Sunart and Loch Teacuis littoral biotope survey and seaweed resource assessment (1996) This study was aimed at reviewing the existing knowledge on areas of conservation significance within Loch Sunart and Loch Teacuis to map the distribution of major biotypes within the loch system and to assess the distribution of commercially exploitable seaweeds within the lochs, with particular em... [ read more... ]
	10. SNH Commissioned Report 490: Green networks and people: A review of research and practice in the analysis and planning of multi-functional green networks (2012) This review examines current approaches to assessing green networks and green infrastructure within the UK and examines how these can support planning and management. Many approaches to greenspace provision may have application for developing multifunctional green networks. Thus the principle aim... [ read more... ]
	11. SNH Commissioned Report 362: Status and Population Viability of Greenland White-fronted Geese in Scotland (2010) This report updates the demographic analysis and population modelling for the Greenland white-fronted goose population provided by Trinder et al. (2005). The Scottish population peaked in size in 1998 at 21,600 but has fallen steadily since then, reaching 13,000 in 2007.
	12. Where's your greenspace? (2008) Every greenspace can be a breathing place! A well-managed green space close to your home can help you relax, improve your health and let you get closer to wildlife. Scottish Natural Heritage works with Greenspace Scotland to promote high-quality greenspace in and around towns and cities.
	13. SNH Commissioned Report 60: Making the links: greenspace and quality of life (2004) A great deal of recent research has focused on the impacts of greenspace in relation to quality of life. The report examines evidence from a range of research and literature on the different impacts which greenspace has on aspects of quality of life in relation to the main themes of Environment, Pe... [ read more... ]
	14. SNH Commissioned Report 81: Baseline study of greenspace for communities (2004) This study aimed to establish what datasets exist in Scotland relating to qualitative aspects of greenspace and greenspace management. The purpose of this was to gain a baseline of information relating to the current use and value placed on greenspace by communities in order that future progress tow... [ read more... ]
	15. Simple pleasures easily found along the Seven Lochs Trail (between Glasgow and Coatbridge) (2012) Follow this recommended route along the Seven Lochs Trail
	16. Statement of Intent between the Rivers and Fisheries Trusts of Scotland and Scottish Natural Heritage (2012) The joint statement re-affirms each organisation's appreciation of the other's interests, recognises the benefits of the public and private sectors forming strong and effective partnerships and details arrangements for future liaison and co-operation.
	17. Statement of Intent between Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust and Scottish Natural Heritage (2011)
	18. SNH Commissioned Report 243: Review of Research into Links between Enjoyment and Understanding of the Natural Heritage (2010) This report presents the results of a desk-based investigation of published material, and information obtained through interviews with Scottish stakeholders, into the nature of the evidence that 'enjoying' and 'understanding' the natural heritage are linked. It found that there is no specific r... [ read more... ]
	19. Environmental Management Programme 2008-09 (2009) SNH has had a Greening Programme since 1997, when we were one of just a few public bodies making the effort. Now this work has much higher priority, as the reality of climate change hits home and governments begin to force the pace. This is clearly evident in Scotland, with the Climate Change (Sc... [ read more... ]
	20. SNH Commissioned Report 294: Risk assessment of the threat posed by existing populations of New Zealand Pygmyweed Crassula helmsii in Scotland (2008) This project aimed to collate information on the current distribution of C. helmsii in Scotland. For each population, the source and means of colonisation was then assessed, via a probability matrix. The risk posed by each population, in terms of potential for spread, and in situ and regional threa... [ read more... ]