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…are spreading into red squirrel territory. While out looking for any species of squirrel there is also the opportunity to encounter all sorts of other wildlife and we hope people enjoyed their first Great Scottish Squirrel Survey.” Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels collects sightings data from the public year-round. Sightings of both red and grey squirrels can be reported at scottishsquirrels.org.uk…. […]
…depending on your location and interests. Become an expert squirrel spotter Last year we received a record-breaking 5300 squirrel sightings on our website. Each sighting is added to a national database, helping us better understand squirrel distribution across Scotland. If you’re a dedicated squirrel spotter, you can now register with the Hub to keep a personal record of your… […]
…do? On the group homepage map, the Layers button allows you to add different datasets to the map, including red and grey squirrel sightings and control data, as well as your network boundaries. How do we link our group page on the SSRS site to our Facebook group? The Facebook icon in the top-right of the website is part of… […]
…red squirrel populations across most of England, Wales and Scotland’s Central Belt. Grey squirrels can also carry squirrelpox, a virus that doesn’t harm them but is deadly to reds. One of the project’s key aims is to build a network of local volunteers in priority areas across the south of Scotland, where healthy red squirrel populations are surrounded by greys… […]
…onwards sibling groups of juveniles venturing out and playing together, often during the day WHAT YOU CAN DO If you find an ill or injured squirrel or young in need of help, contact the SSPCA who can care for them. If you are lucky enough to spot squirrel families or young ones venturing out, registering your sightings, and sharing… […]
…insurance. For more information on building and growing your red squirrel network, please read our online guide . I f you live in one of ou r South Scotland priority areas and would like to get involved with an existing red squirrel group, please visit our Network Directory to find one near you. Giuliana Sinclair Community Engagement Officer Area… […]
…and means that everyone can have a part to play in conserving our iconic red squirrel.” Eileen Stuart, Deputy Director of Nature and Climate Change at NatureScot, said: “With invasive non-native species posing one of the biggest threats to our biodiversity, NatureScot is pleased to support the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrel project, which is successfully working to help protect the… […]
