We are Scotland’s nature agency. We work to improve our natural environment in Scotland and inspire everyone to care more about it.

Formerly known as Scottish Natural Heritage, NatureScot is the only organisation that looks after all aspects of nature in Scotland, across all parts of Scotland (land and sea) on behalf of everyone who lives in or visits Scotland. We work most closely with the Scottish Government, in our role as the lead public body that advises Scottish Ministers on natural heritage matters.

Our role is to:

- care for nature and landscapes in Scotland

- help deliver health and well-being for people living in or visiting Scotland

- look after a vital asset that supports the Scottish economy

- help address climate change.

Please be aware that some of our older images may retain our previous email address. If you would like to enquire about our marine photos please email marinephotos@nature.scot and for all of our other photos please email imagelibrary@nature.scot.