…ensuring that this vital work is sustained long-term. Eileen Stuart, NatureScot Deputy Director of Nature and Climate Change, said: “The red squirrel is one of our most iconic species, and it’s heartening to reflect on the progress that has been made through this project to protect and expand populations. It is particularly encouraging to see the number of individuals, communities… […]
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…the links below for the activity sheet: DOWNLOAD ANSWERS Colouring printouts What squirrels eat A dot-to-dot colouring sheet. Download the printable PDF: DOWNLOAD Colour in the red squirrel’s coat Red squirrels can come in a variety of colours, what will this one be? Download the printable PDF: DOWNLOAD Get creative with this fluffy red Can you create texture with your… […]
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…Scottish Squirrel Group have been tasked with drafting an ambitious 50-year vision for red squirrel conservation in Scotland. The revised Strategy will cover a 10-year timeline (2025 – 2035) informed by this vision, and will be developed using the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Guidelines for Species Conservation Planning, the gold standard for species conservation planning which… […]
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…for red squirrel conservation. Visit website Forestry and Land Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland is the Scottish Government agency responsible for managing Scotland’s national forests and land in a way that supports and enables economically sustainable forestry; conserves and enhances the environment; delivers benefits for people and nature; and supports Scottish Ministers in their role as leaders of Sustainable Forest… […]
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…be donated to a nearby Volunteer Group or you are welcome to use this in your own garden. South East Scotland Guidance and instructions for remaining Spring Survey equipment and supplies will be issued shortly. If traveling to feeder box locations please adhere to Government guidelines and visit https://www.gov.scot/coronavirus-covid-19/ for the latest information on restrictions in your local area…. […]
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…Never fear, if you see such a balding squirrel in your garden and it is eating and moving normally it is most likely healthy – just waiting for the summer outfit to grow in! Reprodu ction Spring marks the beginning of the breeding season, with squirrels already out and about as early as January and into the spring to engage… […]
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…the largest dedicated funder of the UK’s heritage, The National Lottery Heritage Fund’s vision is for heritage to be valued, cared for and sustained for everyone, now and in the future as set out in our strategic plan, Heritage 2033. Over the next ten years, we aim to invest £3.6billion raised for good causes by National Lottery players to bring… […]
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…has shown us that red squirrels can be completely replaced within the space of a few years, especially when squirrelpox is present. What about creating red squirrel sanctuaries? Sanctuaries could allow red squirrels to survive in small numbers in specific places in Scotland. The project collaborates with Scottish Forestry in developing ‘red squirrel strongholds’, nineteen large woodland networks that could… […]
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…at the grey squirrel frontier in the Mearns and north-east Angus. In time, with the implementation of novel rapid response monitoring networks and density dependent strategic grey control activities, we hope move this frontier between greys and reds southwards, and expand red squirrel only areas in this part of Scotland. The project is also working with scientists from the Moredun… […]
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…prevent reds from eating, drinking or moving. As a result, it is usually fatal within two weeks and an outbreak can cause local populations to crash. Liam Wilson, from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies said: “This is a worrying development for red squirrels in Scotland, as this case north of the Central Belt may be the prelude to… […]
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