Beavers are once again living in Scotland after more than 400 years of absence thanks to the Scottish Beaver Trial in Knapdale Forest.

By PETER RANSCOMBE MONITORING the number of creatures in the countryside is going to become even more important as our climate changes, experts last night warned.

By Peter Ranscombe AUTUMN migrations are under way, with a range of interesting birds heading for Scotland, giving readers plenty to see in The Scotsman's Wildlife Watch, which begins today.

By Frank Urquhart THE Trump Organisation yesterday condemned the decision of two of Scotland's leading wildlife charities to mount a newspaper advertising campaign against Donald Trump's plans for a GBP 1 billion golf resort on a site of special scientific interest.

SECRET BRITAIN: PART II To enjoy wildlife, you need knowledge. Field guides are good, but experts are better. At the sites below, look for someone with a particularly well-worn pair of boots - and ask.