Reintroducing lynx to rural Scotland could help control spiralling numbers of deer, a new report has claimed. Research into attitudes of the rural population of a possible return for the predators found that controlling deer numbers “naturally” was seen as a major potential benefit. Research commissioned by the Lynx to Scotland group concluded that there were still barriers to a …
Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. While parts of Scotland remain a good environment for the lynx, the charities said “returning the shy and elusive …
