…so safely. Grey squirrel control volunteers A specific Covid-19 Risk Assessment has been developed in collaboration with other government and non-government outdoor-based organisations and is now ready for circulation to essential grey squirrel control volunteers. This can be accessed through the Community Hub Grey Squirrel Control Group documents, or by contacting your local Community Engagement Officer or Conservation Officer…. […]
…following a seasonal abundance of food. Have red or grey squirrels made an appearance in your local woods or your garden for the very first time? Either way this is important data for us. Is there any sign of breeding? Are there mating chases going on, young present (they are smaller with proportionately bigger head and paws and a very… […]
…will accept your request and/or be in touch to discuss. If applicable they will also send you an invite to join the private survey and grey control groups Note: if your local group is not currently operating independently from SSRS, you may still be required to join the SSRS volunteering group and enter your details as prompted. Your group’s Hub… […]
…– make sure if you are walking, mountain biking, angling, kayaking, boating etc. that you “Check, Clean, Dry” all your equipment and footwear between visiting sites. This helps stop the spread of invasive species and diseases. Get hands-on and volunteer – there are lots of ways you can practically help; join in a conservation volunteer activity to remove invasive species… […]
…would be reported, simply out of interest. There can’t be that much overlap between the strictly diurnal (active in daylight) red squirrel and the generally nocturnal tawny owl. Perhaps this owl was feeding young and was desperate for food! Anyway, the red squirrel lived to fight another day which is good, and we wish that feisty tawny owl well too!… […]
…in Scotland The emphasis in the Framework on habitat connectivity is very positive, however connecting habitats will also enhance the ability of grey squirrels and other INNS to spread. Grey squirrel control and monitoring should be considered in the management planning for all of the landscape elements included in the Framework, i.e., Nature Networks, 30 by 30 protected areas, nature… […]
…faring. By understanding where in the country red and grey squirrels are either expanding or reducing their range, Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels can asses the impact of its conservation work, and make better decisions about where to focus efforts in the future. The spring survey detects red and grey squirrel presence in 2km squares called ‘tetrads’ Do we… […]
…now repeatedly been shown to depress grey squirrel presence without adversely affecting red squirrel populations! Whatever, we intend to keep on watching, counting and enjoying the red squirrels in our gardens… Find out more about the Gatehouse Squirrel Group and how you can get involved here. Or visit the SSRS Network Directory to explore volunteer network groups near you…. […]
