…objective: protect and support the recovery of vulnerable and important species and habitats? (c) Keilidh Ewan If you would like to respond to the consultation, please complete the template below with your personalised answers and send to biodiversityconsultation@gov.scot. You can also additionally send it to your MSP if you wish (changing the addressee). Be sure to include your own insights… […]
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If you are volunteering your time to help with grey squirrel control in your local patch, you might feel like your efforts are a drop in the ocean. But stay connected with the project and you’ll see the difference we can make when we all work together. The greatest threat to the red squirrel’s future in Scotland is… […]
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…can be seen escaping when viewed through a thermal imager. Perfect for a quiet night in! Red squirrels plan ahead and will usually have several dreys on the go at any one time, moving between them as and when suits them. So if a squirrel felt threatened in one drey they will often have the option to move elsewhere, and… […]
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…the species, their habitat and efforts to protect them. The ‘Red Squirrel Ramble’ trails guide walkers through ancient and historic woodlands, as well as scenic areas where red squirrels have made a recent comeback thanks to conservation efforts. Interactive walks are available at Hazlehead Park in Aberdeen, Atholl Estates’ Glen Tilt in Blair Atholl, RSPB Scotland’s Loch Lomond Reserve and… […]
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…who helped spread the word and organise events. Together we have helped spread red squirrel awareness across Scotland and collected valuable information that will help inform future conservation action. And a special thank you to all our volunteer sightings verifiers. Remember you can submit a squirrel sighting all year round – let us know what you see by reporting on… […]
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…School of Veterinary Studies. Inform your closest member of SSRS staff that you have done so Volunteering with Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels is a fantastic way to connect with nature and support your local area’s special native wildlife. Our volunteers are provided with the training and resources they need to participate. If you are interested in volunteering with the project… […]
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…about your volunteering interests your preferences of how you would like us to contact you ways you’ve helped us through volunteering your time records of events you’ve attended, or campaigns or activities that you’ve been involved in Sometimes we will collect other information about you such as your date of birth and gender. When we do so, we will be… […]
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