…for the security of Perthshire’s red squirrels. Grey squirrels are known to occur in Dunkeld and Birnam, and in lesser numbers as far north as Dalguise. These most recent reports from the Aberfeldy area mark a potential northward spread of grey squirrels which could have serious consequences for the area’s red squirrel populations. The greatest threat facing Scotland’s red squirrels… […]
…that the red squirrel populations in these areas remain healthy.” Dr Stephanie Johnstone, Red Squirrel Conservation Officer for South West Scotland added: “While the region faces considerable challenges, the south of Scotland is still home to healthy red squirrel populations. “Fortunately there is a lot of community support for the work that we do, and local volunteers and landowners are… […]
The Scottish Wildlife Trust has awarded Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels volunteer Rob Asbridge the “Rusty Bog” Volunteer Award for all the hard work he has put into helping to protect the red squirrels in his area; including the construction of a community base and red squirrel hide for the local community to enjoy and value their local red squirrels…. […]
…involved, please contact us at squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk The group currently has a particular need for volunteers who can give some of their time to helping out with either public engagement events, admin support or grey squirrel control in the local area. All volunteers are provided with the training and resources they need to participate. For more information and to apply for… […]
…squirrels are gradually making their way back to the city’s parks and gardens after decades of absence. Red squirrels were once common across Aberdeen. However, they have been replaced by the non-native grey squirrel, which out-competes reds for food and shelter. Dr. Gwen Maggs, Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels Conservation Officer for north east Scotland said: “These sightings are fantastic news… […]
…We also attended the RSPB Bioblitz in Glasgow Botanic Gardens, and red squirrel days at Argaty Red Kites, and all across the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. ©Katherine Rennie Throughout the year we’ve been helped by lots of volunteers at our local events, and a big thank you goes out to them and those that have continued… […]
…& Galloway LEADER 2014 – 2020 programme. In south Scotland, project efforts are focussed on areas where red squirrels have the best chance of thriving once more, known as ‘Priority Areas for Red Squirrel Conservation’, or PARCs. Residents and visitors to Dumfries & Galloway can support the project by reporting their sightings of both red and grey squirrels at scottishsquirrels.org.uk… […]
…has teamed up with various partner organisations in and around the National Park to bring you a week of red squirrel-themed guided walks, talks and family activities. The National Park still has a strong population of red squirrels and is a great place to get out and see them for yourself. Autumn is a particularly special time, as red squirrels… […]
…and educate people about the wider conservation issue. We work in a person-centred way, which means we are always aware of where people are ‘at’. We will never ask you to do more than you feel comfortable with, and will offer training for all new tasks and specific areas of conservation work. Getting involved with the project is also a… […]
…in the 1970s, and soon replaced red squirrels across the city and in many neighbouring areas of Aberdeenshire as far away as Banchory and Alford. Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels, a National Lottery-funded partnership project led by the Scottish Wildlife Trust, has been working since 2009 to restore the red squirrel population by removing the grey squirrel competitor, allowing reds to… […]
