…people to get involved, for instance carrying out surveys, record keeping and fundraising. There is a need for more public engagement in the region. In particular, volunteers who can educate and inspire young people can help to ensure that there is a long-term future for South Scotland’s red squirrels. It’s inspiring to be around so many dedicated people all working… […]
…suitable habitat and bait it with various tempting treats. When squirrels visit they have to lift the lid to access the food. In doing so they brush against a small sticky pad inside the lid. Here is a feeder box showing the sticky tab inside the lid. This box has been visited by a squirrel, and hair coats the sticky… […]
…nature to Natural History societies, who don’t always have the most tricky questions). What they have in common is that they have asked us along to find out what we do to protect one of the best loved Scottish mammals. If we are lucky, they also want to know what they can do to help. There is always a pleasant… […]
