…supporting staff through sourcing and purchase of equipment, booking and administration of a programme of events and volunteer training across all project regions and ensuring that project staff are supported in a variety of administration, financial, and reporting tasks. APPLY NOW Grey Squirrel Officer (Seasonal) Location: Home-based within east Angus (Forfar–Montrose area) Region: Tayside Contract: Fixed term Jan-July 2020,… […]
…in various locations in Scotland and was led by Dr Emma Sheehy and Professor Xavier Lambin of the University of Aberdeen. Dr Sheehy said: “Globally, there are numerous examples of non-native predators having detrimental impacts on native prey, such as the fox and domestic cat which continue to wipe out native marsupials in Australia. In our study, we demonstrate a… […]
Original Author: Muirhead Red Squirrel Sanctuary Project 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… […]
…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… […]
…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 a squirrel sighting following your visit – it can make a big difference! Report a Squirrel Sighting… […]
…assessments of red squirrel distribution are encouraging, with the species noted at several key areas, including along the River Tweed in Berwickshire where squirrelpox has affected red squirrels in the past. Initial assessments of red squirrel distribution are encouraging, with the species noted at several key areas, including along the River Tweed in Berwickshire where squirrelpox has affected red squirrels… […]
Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels have been working in partnership with Aberdeen City Council to develop strategies for protecting Scotland’s native red squirrels in the North East since the project first began. At the ALGE (Association of Local Government Ecologists) awards in December, this work was acknowledged with a special commendation certificate. Celebrating ALGE’s 25th year anniversary, the Association recognised its… […]
…placed in the same areas of woodland each spring. When a squirrel visits a feeder box, a sticky tab collects some of its hair, which can then be identified under a microscope. The project is currently recruiting volunteers in South Scotland to participate in the 2018 squirrel survey, which takes place between March and April. Download the 2017 squirrel… […]
…region’s red squirrel populations. If you live in the Solway Forests area and would like to get involved, you can contact the Network at solwayforestsrsn@gmail.com Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels is supporting volunteer networks across South Scotland, with the aim of developing new networks in all our priority areas. Contact us to find out more about what’s happening in your area…. […]
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