News: Rare white red squirrel spotted in Tayside

…but does not affect eye colour. “Chris’s pictures are some of the best images we’ve seen of a leucistic red squirrel. Its distinct ear tufts and delicate body shape and size clearly distinguish this animal from its non-native cousin, the grey squirrel.” Tayside is an important area for red squirrel conservation. Work in the region is vital to prevent invasive… […]

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Help the Solway Forests with your best red squirrel snaps

…area, including a red squirrel trail in Dalbeattie Wood this week. Community action is the key to successful red squirrel conservation in South Scotland. By both taking ownership and working in collaboration with others, volunteer networks like the Solway Forests Red Squirrel Network are helping ensure the long-term protection of the region’s red squirrel populations. If you live in the… […]

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Award for a Red Squirrel Champion

…arranged for a red squirrel hide and Community Base to be built in Barhill Wood, which overlooks the town of Kirkcudbright. It is hoped that this will raise awareness of red squirrels in the town and will encourage local children to get involved in the conservation of the species. The community base is open to all local community groups to… […]

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