Grey squirrel control: connecting the dots

…the spread of grey squirrels. Classified as an invasive non-native species, it is widely acknowledged that targeted, landscape-scale grey squirrel population control is essential if we want to reverse the decline of Scotland’s red squirrels. It’s a huge undertaking, but fortunately there are many passionate and experienced landowners and individuals volunteering to do their bit across priority areas. At Saving… […]

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Can red squirrels weather the storm?

…if a drey was destroyed they wouldn’t become homeless overnight. Of course, it is entirely possible that some red squirrels (and other wildlife) have been harmed as a result of Storm Arwen and Storm Barra, although measuring this would be a very difficult task. Certainly some sources of food will have been lost. However, we can take comfort knowing just… […]

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The Team

…Scottish SPCA on 0300 099 9999. Join our mailing list to receive regular project updates and news by email.   Nicole Still Programme Manager Area covered: Nationwide nstill@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Hazel Forrest Species Advocacy Officer Area covered: Nationwide hforrest@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk   Emma Sheehy Eradication Scientific Lead Area covered: North East Scotland esheehy@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Kimmy Shields Project Administrator Area covered: Nationwide squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk   Susie McNaughton… […]

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