As Scotland celebrates the Year of Coasts and Waters (2021), COAST celebrates 25 years of the community of Arran's efforts to protect our seas. Each month over the year, we will bring you a little bit closer to what lies beneath our waves, focusing on a particular species or habitat found within the South Arran MPA.

During December, we reflected on how our seas react to winter and celebrate a year of fascinating features!

During November, we focused on the marvellous underwater habitat of mud – highlighting how it can help combat climate change and biodiversity loss.

In the lead up to COP26, October’s feature focused on the vital Blue Carbon ecosystems we have in our seas.

September’s feature focused on the the variety of fish and shellfish found in Scottish seas.

August’s feature focused on the the vast array of shoreline and coastal habitats in Scotland.

July’s feature focused on the the charismatic and well-loved marine megafauna we have in Scotland’s seas.

June’s feature focused on the productivity of our seas and seabirds that are found in and by Scotland’s seas

May’s feature focused on the intriguing kelp and other seaweeds found Scotland’s seas.

April’s feature focused on the magical world of Seagrass meadows found Scotland’s seas.

March’s feature focused on the dramatic rocky reef habitats found in Scotland’s seas.