Scotland · five wildlife sites

Nature reserves & wildlife sites in Peeblesshire

Explore these places for wildlife in Peeblesshire. Seasonal notes suggest when to look; sightings are not guaranteed.

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Glentress Forest

Near Eshiels, near Peebles.

Habitat: Conifer plantations, mixed woodland, ponds and open hillsides overlook the Tweed Valley.
Wildlife to look for: Red squirrel, roe deer, grey heron around the ponds.

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Near Cardrona.

Habitat: Conifer woodland, broadleaved trees and open rides cover the hills above the River Tweed.
Wildlife to look for: Red squirrel, roe deer, sika deer (shy; most active around dawn and dusk).

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Near Yarrow.

Habitat: Former plantation and grazing land are being restored to a mosaic of native woodland, scrub and open habitats.
Wildlife to look for: Red squirrel, pine marten (elusive), tawny owl (mainly nocturnal), green hairstreak butterfly (spring).

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Near West Linton.

Habitat: An upland reservoir with exposed shores is surrounded by rough grassland and moorland.
Wildlife to look for: Pink-footed goose (autumn–winter), teal (especially winter), tufted duck, goldeneye (winter).

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Near Stobo.

Habitat: Mature woodland, specimen trees and streamside planting create sheltered habitats within a landscaped garden.
Wildlife to look for: Red squirrel, great spotted woodpecker, nuthatch, treecreeper.