…are high with young in the drey demanding to be fed, so squirrels will feed on buds and flowers and stored fungi and lichens. Recently a picture of a red squirrel eating a frog was sent to us, check out our Facebook page to see it. They really will take advantage of ANY food source at this time of year!… […]
…or losing ground. Finally, as a positive offshoot from the main purpose of squirrel monitoring, the results will also be able to indicate the presence or absence of other endangered species, such as the pine marten. Should anybody reading this wish to help Save Scotland’s Red Squirrels by volunteering with the project, please check out our volunteer opportunities here: https://scottishsquirrels.org.uk/get-involved/… […]
…red squirrels in the area is still good. As we move into the new Heritage Lottery-funded phase of our project , this area will be top of the agenda for working out how we can reverse the spread of greys. Meanwhile, thanks to all our volunteers who are taking on the surveys this year – we really couldn’t do it… […]
…that an inter-connected, landscape-scale approach to red squirrel conservation is the only way we can ensure the future of our native species, and fortunately there are lots of people who agree with us. In south Scotland, we’re working closely with local community groups to ensure red squirrels are protected in the areas where they most need our help. You don’t… […]
…Group at kbt.squirrel@gmail.com Sarah is the Community Engagement Officer for South West Scotland. If you would like to volunteer your time to help the Kirkcudbright Red Squirrel Group, whether you would like to assist with woodland surveys, administrative work or volunteering your time at events, please get in touch with her on 07342 035332 or by email at scooper@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk… […]
…time. Hopefully the weather will improve in time for the survey! © Raymond Leinster Why take part? Volunteering with the spring survey is not only a great way gain some experience in carrying out survey work, it’s also a good excuse to get outdoors at one of the best times of the year for spending time in nature. Many of… […]
…social media advocates, community fundraisers, recruiting sergeants, etc. I hope my award inspires others to reflect on their own skills and seek to apply them energetically to red squirrel conservation, or indeed any other activity that helps to save our planet.” As Community Engagement Officer for the South West, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Peter over the… […]
…one autumn squirrelpox struck, and they were all gone in a few weeks. So we had to move, didn’t we… Before coming to Galloway, I was on the Biology staff at Newcastle University, where I lectured for years on conservation biology, including the devastating worldwide effects of invasive species introductions. It was natural, therefore, for me to work for more… […]
…funding was one of the first areas we needed to focus on, so a brochure was produced asking people to support the group by becoming group members for a fee of £5 per annum. Membership currently stands at 42 members (with over 200 followers on Facebook) and our members and followers are updated on our activities regularly either online or… […]
