…of our volunteers is of utmost importance to us. If you are considering returning to priority outdoor voluntary work for the project, we ask that you also please familiarise yourself with the current government guidance for Scotland, as well as the government-published guidance for working safely in the forestry sector and environment / conservation sector. Additional health and safety advice… […]
…can make a big difference to our efforts.” Sightings can be reported year-round at scottishsquirrels.org.uk/squirrel-sightings. Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels is a partnership project led by the Scottish Wildlife Trust and supported by the Scottish Government and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, thanks to National Lottery players, along with other partners. For further information please contact Nicole Still, nstill@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk, 07423 028689… […]
…head north to the coniferous forests of the Highlands where the reds still have a stronghold. You don’t actually need to go very far north, just enough to get away from the cities full of people and grey squirrels. Use our squirrel sightings map to see where you’re most likely to see red squirrels near you – https://scottishsquirrels.org.uk/squirrel-sightings/. You don’t… […]
…looked after our administrative needs beautifully in that time and we wish him well in his next adventure. Katie, meanwhile has been off on her own adventures taking part in Osprey Watch at the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s reserve Loch of the Lowes near Dunkeld. Here Katie joined a dedicated team of staff and volunteers monitoring and protecting ospreys on the… […]
…have come together to protect their local red squirrels, with support from the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels project. While the south of Scotland is home to healthy populations of red squirrels, they are seriously threatened by the spread of grey squirrels. Grey squirrels are an invasive species that out-competes native red squirrels for food and living space. They can also… […]
…love to hear all about your ramble adventure and any wildlife you saw while exploring, photographs and can be shared with us in the following ways: Facebook: Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels Twitter: @ScotSquirrels Email: squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk Ramble Responsibly Know the code before you go, and visit the Scottish Outdoor Access Code for practical advice and guidance. Coronavirus update: please ensure… […]
…squirrels seen from your window, garden or while taking daily exercise can be reported through the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels website, scottishsquirrels.org.uk. Data from sightings helps the project monitor squirrel populations over time and forms the basis of long-term plans for red squirrel conservation. Ann-Marie added: “It is important for people to continue to find ways to connect with nature… […]
…removing any feeders visited by both red and grey squirrels. A red squirrel infected with squirrelpox © Moredun Research Institute What should I do if I find a dead red squirrel? If you find a dead red squirrel that looks obviously diseased, please contact your nearest SSRS Conservation Officer or email squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk so that follow-up action to protect local red… […]
