Scotland · five wildlife sites

Nature reserves & wildlife sites in Perthshire

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

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Loch of the Lowes

Near Dunkeld.

Habitat: A freshwater loch is fringed by reeds, wetland vegetation and mature woodland.
Wildlife to look for: Osprey (spring–summer), red squirrel, Eurasian beaver (most active around dusk), great spotted woodpecker.

02 / 05

Near Lawers, near Killin.

Habitat: Mountain grassland, heath, rocky slopes and high summits support nationally important alpine habitats.
Wildlife to look for: Red deer, ptarmigan (higher slopes), raven, ring ouzel (spring–summer).

03 / 05

Near Thornhill.

Habitat: An extensive lowland raised bog contains sphagnum moss, shallow pools and heather.
Wildlife to look for: Adder (warmer months), common lizard (warmer months), common frog (especially spring), stonechat.

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Near Balnaguard.

Habitat: A steep-sided glen contains juniper scrub, birch woodland and open grassland.
Wildlife to look for: Red deer, pine marten (elusive), kestrel, mountain hare.

05 / 05

Near Perth.

Habitat: Mixed woodland, open grassland and rocky cliffs rise above the River Tay.
Wildlife to look for: Red squirrel, great spotted woodpecker, northern brown argus butterfly (summer).