The reintroduction of wolves to the scottish countryside may be a little controversial, but, until only a few hundred years ago they were a crucial part of the native ecosystem. Their extirpation has not been without consequence. The deer population, with no natural predators, has expoded, which is one of the reasons much of the uplands is so barren - the tree seedlings get eaten before they have a chance to mature. Unfortunately, without a significant PR campaign it may be a little premature to hope for the wolf's comeback. A less politically fraught option may be that of the eurasian lynx, an animal so retiring that, even when extant its sightings are rare. The lynx would have similar ecological benefits to the wolf but would pose no threat to human life, although the occasional sheep may get taken out. The conservation charity, Trees for Life, is working to restore the Caledonian forest so that many native species, including those mentioned above, can thrive once more. Having planted almost 2 million trees since 1986, the "rewilded" habitat now supports capercaille, red squirrel, beaver, pine martens, black grouse and golden eagle. Green Move makes regular donations to Trees for Life that go towards the planting of trees in our very own grove. For more information, or to donate directly, click the link below. https://treesforlife.org.uk/ https://www.greenmoveuk.com