Richard "Dick" Balharry MBE: Scottish conservationist, writer and wildlife photographer
Richard Dick Balharry MBE (1937–2015) was a Scottish conservationist, writer and wildlife photographer who promoted habitat restoration and practical land management across Scotland through books, advocacy and images.
Richard "Dick" Balharry MBE (24 May 1937 – 22 April 2015) was a noted Scottish conservationist who combined fieldwork with public engagement. He published as a writer and used his skills as a wildlife photographer to illustrate and promote the protection of natural places. Throughout his career he became particularly associated with practical efforts to safeguard and restore parts of Scotland's rural landscapes.
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Career and contributions
Balharry's work mixed hands-on land management, advocacy, and education. His books and articles drew on decades of experience in the field, while his photography helped bring attention to species and habitats under pressure. Colleagues remember him for a pragmatic approach that sought workable solutions for conservation on estates and reserves.
Recognition
He was awarded an MBE in recognition of his services to conservation. In April 2015, only days before his death, he received an award from the Royal Scottish Geographical Society, acknowledging his lifetime of work for Scotland's environment.
Personal life and death
Balharry was born near Dundee in 1937. He died of cancer on 22 April 2015, at the age of 77.
- Occupations: conservationist, writer, photographer
- Focus: conservation and restoration of Scotland's natural areas
- Honours: MBE and an award from the Royal Scottish Geographical Society
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