Native deciduous trees, left bare of leaves for months, develop buds of green that will soon become dense foliage, while insects that have lain dormant all winter start to emerge.
More flowers start to bloom, with the likes of tulip, crocus and daffodil joining the early-blossoming snowdrop and primrose.
They are joined a myriad of wildlife starting to think about breeding seasons and bringing up younsters in the weeks to come – as nests are built and perfect mates procured.
So, when you’re out and about Scotland this March, here are the sights and sound you should be looking out for.
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5. A wandering traveller returns
Ospreys spend their winters in west Africa but return to Northern Europe in March. Catch them fishing the lochs of Scotland - and if you're lucky you might even see them scoop up a trout. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
6. Nature blossoms
It may not be as famous as Japan, but Scotland enjoys a fairly impressive display of cherry blossom - from Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow to The Meadows in Edinburgh - with the colourful pink flowers starting to emerge by the end of March, depending on temperatures. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
7. Toads crossing
Unlike frogs, toads only visit water to breed - with the warmer weather in March (or April depending on temperatures) triggering a mass migrations of toads taking on the dangers of roads and pavements to return to their ancestral breeding ponds. Look out for them making the dash on a damp drizzly evening and give them a helping hand if you see any in trouble - many areas have annual toad crossing patrols to see them safely on their way. Photo: Canva/Getty Images
8. Take a Highland bird safari
The Scottish Highlands is home to varierty of rare birds you will struggle to see elsewhere - and March is one of the best times to see them as they become more active during mating season. The likes of the Capercaillie (pictured), Scottish Crossbill, Crested Tit, Black Grouse, Golden and White-tailed Eagle, and Ptarmigan can all be seen - particularly if you can find a good local wildlife guide. Photo: Canva/Getty Images