…spring survey would be much harder to organise. And it’s not just Gala Men’s Shed that is getting in on the action. Dalbeattie Men’s Shed made another 50 boxes for use across Dumfries & Galloway, and Hawick Men’s Shed have been making feeder boxes for their local volunteer network, Teviot & Borthwick Red Squirrel Network, to help them with their… […]
…a good chat with the staff about the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrel project. Then another TV presenter! This time it was Leah Boleto from BBC Newsround! And with all these new faces it’s great to bump into an old pal- aye it’s good old Bruce the Beaver! Nice to see him there to promote the wildlife of Argyll- including red… […]
…will have had two litters and will be in poor condition. They will need all the food they can get to see them through winter. Studies have shown that females that spend more time storing and retrieving food enjoy far better winter survival. Likewise the young squirrels (called ‘kittens’ fact fans!) will be dispersing around now, and they seem to… […]
…(who were already suffering from habitat loss and hunting during the Industrial Revolution). Victorian naturalists did not understand the intricacies of ecology that we do today]}**; many of them did not even believe in evolution, and nobody knew that the Earth was over four billion years old. They did not understand, so they cannot be judged too harshly for their… […]
…red squirrel population north of the Highland Boundary Line. Dr. Mel Tonkin, Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels Project Manager said: “Grey squirrels have continued to spread in some parts of southern Scotland, particularly in the eastern Borders and in the Nithsdale area of Dumfriesshire. It is vital that the work we do in priority areas is stepped up to make sure… […]
…Scotland (a predecessor project) between 2007 and 2011. With the full team now in place she’s focussing on helping landowners get on board in South West Scotland’s priority areas as well as liaising with volunteers to ensure the project achieves an effective approach to grey squirrel control. Contact: sjohnstone@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Sarah Cooper: Community Engagement Officer (part-time) Sarah officially joined Team… […]
…boxes. Photograph: Wood Recyclability Ltd. We have worked with Wood Recyclability for many years now and over that time we have tweaked the feeder boxes to their current design. So, starting with some wood that would otherwise be destined for landfill, it goes to their workshop in Pitmedden. It all gets sorted and separated, then the hard-working trainees set… […]
…Officer for Tayside, Ken Neil, talks about the importance of the Muirhead Red Squirrel Sanctuary, on the outskirts of Dundee. Working closely with volunteers and neighbours, they protect the red squirrel by maintaining a relatively secure breeding area, providing sanctuary from predating domestic pets and controlling other animal and environmental threats where possible. Click here to visit their website. … […]
Where to see Red Squirrels Scotland is home to around 75% of the UK red squirrel population, meaning you stand a better chance of seeing them here than almost anywhere else in the country. The map highlights just some of the locations where you can see red squirrels. If you are lucky enough to spot one, please remember to submit… […]
…Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels to ensure these iconic creatures continue to thrive here. Come along to one of our Red Squirrel Week events to learn more about how Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels is working in and around the Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park, and find out how you can get involved in your area. 23 September, 10am –… […]
