The Flow Country, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Scotland’s Highlands, inscribed in July 2024, is the world’s first peatland to earn this status and the UK’s 35th listing. Covering 190,000 hectares of Caithness and Sutherland, this vast blanket bog, formed over 9,000 years, is the planet’s largest, storing immense carbon and supporting rare wildlife like red-throated divers and golden plovers. Recognized for its ecological significance, it joins iconic natural sites like the Great Barrier Reef, highlighting its role in biodiversity and climate resilience.

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