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North Sutherland Wildlife Group

Welcome to

North Sutherland
Wildlife Group

A community-based natural history charity situated
on the north coast of Scotland.

About The Group

We aim to promote enjoyment, protection and study of the amazing wildlife and stunning natural landscape of the north of Sutherland by:
  • Raising awareness of the biodiversity of the area and encouraging a sense of community, focused on our natural history.
  • Organising training in wildlife identification and recording.
  • Ensuring wildlife sightings are submitted to recognised national recording schemes to help protect and restore nature.
  • Providing opportunities for members to participate in scientific research,
    surveys and conservation activities.

North Sutherland is rich in wildlife, but species here have been under-recorded historically. Every decision that’s made about the environment depends on reliable wildlife information. By encouraging accurate wildlife recording, the group helps to ensure that important decisions are based on the best, most up-to-date wildlife records. Sightings made by group members are passed to relevant groups to correct the historical under-recording.

Everyone is welcome, residents and visitors. Please send in your records, and join our Facebook community to share your sightings and to find out what others have seen in the area.

To join the group, or for more information, get in touch.

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Find out more about the Area

Join our Facebook Group

Our active Facebook group, covering North Sutherland & Caithness, has over 1100 members and is a great place to post sightings and chat with others.

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Submit a Sighting

Sightings made by members are forwarded to the relevant statutory groups helping correct the historical under recording in the area.

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Donate

We’re a community group with charitable status and donations help to keep our events free to all.

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News & Updates
  • Waste ground + Wildflower seeds = Great Yellow Bumblebees!
    News | Youth Voice

    Waste ground + Wildflower seeds = Great Yellow Bumblebees!

    September 3, 2025September 3, 2025

    Read the article >> Waste ground + Wildflower seeds = Great Yellow Bumblebees!Continue

Guest Articles
  • A ‘Buzzy’ day on Dunnet Head
    Guest Articles | Youth Voice

    A ‘Buzzy’ day on Dunnet Head

    December 10, 2024December 10, 2024

    Read the article >> A ‘Buzzy’ day on Dunnet HeadContinue

Youth Voice
  • Waste ground + Wildflower seeds = Great Yellow Bumblebees!
    News | Youth Voice

    Waste ground + Wildflower seeds = Great Yellow Bumblebees!

    September 3, 2025September 3, 2025

    Read the article >> Waste ground + Wildflower seeds = Great Yellow Bumblebees!Continue

Species of the month
  • Purple Oxytropis
    Species of the Month

    Purple Oxytropis

    June 26, 2025

    Read the article >> Purple OxytropisContinue

Events

We organise outdoor, indoor and online events throughout the year across the region. Our events include talks from local and visiting experts, training, ID skills and practical workshops.

If you are interested in running an event for us then get in touch.

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Upcoming Events

  • The Abigail Rhodes Photography Competition 2025

    The Abigail Rhodes Photography Competition 2025

    There are two categories in this year’s competition

    Find out more The Abigail Rhodes Photography Competition 2025Continue

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