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River Ness beaver release approval

  1. Update 2 van 2NieuwsteDag 87 dagen later

    Six beavers return to the Loch Ness catchment. The real test comes next

    The first family is now at Dundreggan in the Loch Ness catchment. The next test is whether beaver-made habitat can develop while salmon and trout keep moving freely.

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    Vroegste bronFarmers Weekly

    Wat er veranderde

    • 6Beavers in the first released family
    • 15 familiesMaximum authorized over three years
    • 4 NovemberCompleted release date in 2026

  2. Update 1 van 2Dag 1

    Loch Ness beaver return approved—for 15 families, not 15 animals

    NatureScot has approved up to 15 beaver families for the River Ness catchment. Their wetland-making could benefit wildlife—but managing effects on farmland will be the practical test.

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    Vroegste bronInverness Courier

    Wat we eerst wisten

    • 15 familiesMaximum approved for release
    • 3 yearsPermitted release programme
    • >73%Consultation respondents supporting the proposal

Wie meldde het

Wie meldde het

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Wie erbij betrokken is

Wie erbij betrokken is

Personen

  • Alan McDonnellCanadian political candidate from British Columbia

Organisaties

  • NatureScotgovernment agency
  • Trees for Lifecompany

Plaatsen

  • Dundreggan Estate
  • River Ness
Loch Ness beaver return approved—for 15 families, not 15 animals