…provides us with the opportunity to attract new members/social media follows and fundraise for the group, but it also provides us with the opportunity to interact with and inform other attendees about the wider work of Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels. Attending such events requires a fair bit of time of effort and we welcome any help from members (new or… […]
…reds were seen and action was required to conserve the population of red squirrels. We were losing our iconic red squirrels. I didn’t want my grandchildren to grow up seeing grey squirrels and only pictures of red squirrels in nature books! So I got involved initially with the Spring Survey at two sites in the Glenkens locality which I found… […]
…food abundance surveys to helping with administrative work to volunteering your time at our events. Below is a list of just some of the things you can do to help. Submit a squirrel sighting Seen a squirrel? We want to hear about it! We welcome reports of red and grey squirrel sightings from anywhere in Scotland. All sightings are valuable,… […]
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…squirrel presence after 24 simulated years for different levels of grey squirrel control in Dumfries & Galloway. Grey squirrel control was simulated in the model in the areas indicated by the black rectangles. For more information on the modelling work and other strongholds in the Central Lowlands of Scotland see: http://www.macs.hw.ac.uk/~awhite/ Prof A. White & Dr P. W.W. Lurz… […]
…places, our natural environment and fragile species, to the languages and cultural traditions that celebrate who we are. We are passionate about heritage and committed to driving innovation and collaboration to make a positive difference to people’s lives today, while leaving a lasting legacy for future generations to enjoy. Follow @HeritageFundUK on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and use #NationalLotteryHeritageFund www.heritagefund.org.uk… […]
Take a walk on the wild side Learn about one of Scotland’s most iconic yet threatened species while exploring their natural habitat. Join us on a Red Squirrel Ramble through some of our favourite woodland walks, on the lookout for tufted ears and bushy tails. We’ve curated five walking routes from the parks and gardens of North East Scotland, to… […]
…keep an eye out for any buds on trees – this could be a sign that a squirrel (or other animal) has beat you to the fruit first. Additional useful links If you just can’t learn enough about Britain’s native and non-native trees, you can find out more information by following the links below. Happy tree ID-ing everyone! https://forestryandland.gov.scot/learn/trees https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-and-wildlife/british-trees/a-z-of-british-trees/… […]
