The operation of Scottish seabird conservation: action plan

The recent seabird census and the ‘Birds of Conservation Concern 5’ report highlight that many of Scotland’s internationally important seabird populations are in trouble, and being impacted by a range of pressures, including climate change, and more recently highly pathogenic avian influenza.

Seabirds are vital to the marine ecosystem, and their decline signals broader environmental issues that affect livelihoods, food, and recreation. Co-ordinated action is therefore required to address seabird declines in Scotland.

This plan is a significant step forward in meeting this ambition. It sets out where action is already being taken to address declines and identifies where more is required.

This consultation seeks your views on a range of actions that have been identified, and which will pave the way for future collaborative effort for seabird populations in Scotland.