Wildlife and Conservation
Besides the management and conservation of the game fish stocks, the rivers catchment is also important for other wildlife.
In particular, the North East of Scotland has the largest breeding population of water voles in Europe. These are subject to predation and contribute to increased numbers of mink and other predators which also feed on the fish.
Many plant species thrive on the banks of the rivers and one in particular, Giant Hogweed, is a considerable problem and must be controlled.
Please read our biosecurity section to find out more on Invasive Non Native Species (INNS) and the Trust control, erradication and prevention measures.