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Publication - Statistics

Wildlife Crime in Scotland 2024

Published
27 February 2026
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Farming and rural, Law and order, +1 more … Marine and fisheries

Statistics on wildlife crime in Scotland.

Supporting documents

Scientific evidence and intelligence relating to wildlife crime

A number of organisations have particular skills and techniques that contribute to the detection and investigation of wildlife crime in Scotland. This section presents data regarding scientific evidence and intelligence from a range of bodies involved.

Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA): Wildlife DNA Forensic Unit

SASA: Chemistry Branch

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC): Veterinary Services

Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - Special Investigation Unit

National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU)

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