Get close to the countryside along the Way
Walking is the ideal way to experience the treasure-trove of wildlife supported by the Southern Uplands.

The open wilderness and dramatic scenery is home to a rich company of flora and fauna, with many rare and unusual species including Pine Martens, Golden Eagles, Ospreys, Red Deer, Red Squirrels and the Natterjack Toad. So don't forget your binoculars!

To find information on flora & fauna in the Southern Uplands area you can use the form below to search by route section or by town.

If you are looking for something in particluar or for a more detailed search why not try our advanced directory search in the page header.

For information on local wildlife reserves including Black Craig, Carsegowan Moss and the huge Wigtown Bay Local Nature Reserve:

Wildlife Reserves in Dumfries & Galloway

Further information is also available from the following organisations:

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds 17 Regent Terrace Edinburgh EH7 5BT Tel: 0131 557 3136

Scottish Ornithologists Club 21 Regent Terrace Edinburgh EH7 5BT Tel: 0131 556 6042

Scottish Natural Heritage 12 Hope Terrace Edinburgh EH9 2AS Tel: 0131 447 4784

Scottish Wildlife Trust Cramond House Cramond Glebe Road Edinburgh EH4 6NS Tel: 0131 312 7765