…only at certain times of year. Feeding stations can also create a higher risk of disease spreading from one animal to another, including the squirrelpox virus. It is therefore very important that feeding equipment is regularly disinfected with an anti-viral solution (for example Virkon S). If you live in an area where red squirrels are present, and grey squirrels begin… […]
…individually. You will also need to use different email addresses. Does joining the Hub cover me under Scottish Wildlife Trust insurance? No. You will only be covered by the Trust’s insurance when you complete a Scottish Wildlife Trust volunteer registration form, which you will receive directly from a SSRS staff member if applicable. If you are a member of a… […]
…so on. One of our survey volunteers, Gus, was away with his class on a field trip to Mar Lodge Estate in the Cairngorms. A stunning place a with a lot of wildlife, as any of you who have ever watched BBC Autumn or Winterwatch will know. Gus set up his camera in the woods and put a wee bit… […]
…and inclement winter weather. An abundance of natural wonders are associated with springtime and as for many other species, is when birthing and nurturing young become a priority for red squirrels. Watching red squirrels is always rewarding and there are behaviours specific to this time of year to look out for. Mating Mating behaviour may have begun as early… […]
