…‘branch out’ and try other delicacies! Tree bark, occasional songbird eggs, and insects are sometimes eaten, along with flowers, bulbs, and summer fruits. Supplementary Drinking (c) Steve Gardner You may notice that, due to the lack of naturally available food, red squirrels become more active at garden feeders during the summer months. If you’re lucky enough to live in an… […]
…concerned about this latest news and are asking the local community in Dunfermline to take immediate action and protect red squirrels by taking in all garden and woodland wildlife feeders for the next month, as these can contribute to the spread of the disease from greys to reds and between reds once infected. We are also asking for everybody to… […]
…Participating in the survey is simple and rewarding – you go outside, spot a squirrel (red or grey), and record your sighting – helping to collect valuable information that will inform future conservation action. Find out more about the survey at scottishsquirrels.org.uk/2024-great-scottish-squirrel-survey/ But for now, let’s get into notable red squirrel behaviours to look out for this autumn! Natural Foragers… […]
…frequently in the colder weather. These are built high up in the tree canopy and made of twigs, moss, lichen and fur. Their intricate creation means they are incredibly well insulated, allowing red squirrels to rest, and be warm and protected from the freezing temperatures. If you are struggling to spot a red squirrel throughout winter, chances are they are… […]
…red and grey squirrels in the event of a disease outbreak. We recommend an anti-viral solution such as Virkon-S. Squirrel sightings also have an important role to play in monitoring distribution changes over time and assessing areas where both red and grey squirrels come into close proximity. Sightings of both species can be reported through our website at https://scottishsquirrels.org.uk/squirrel-sightings/. And… […]
…squirrel monitoring effort to help improve baseline data and allow for targeted grey squirrel management Provide training for volunteers in grey squirrel management Ensure a reduction in grey squirrel sightings by targeted trapping activity – including a trap loan scheme Increase community awareness and interest in red squirrel conservation across the project area via social media, website, agricultural events/shows and… […]
…nature in our towns and cities, particularly as urban growth and intensification increases. Although red squirrels have successfully adapted to live alongside us in urban areas, they still need access to native seed-bearing trees (instead of ornamental species often found in gardens) for high quality food sources and for building dreys, habitat corridors for movement, and protection from road traffic…. […]
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…the forests of Dumfries and Galloway in an interactive app that will guide you on your adventure. Explore with the opportunity of wild encounters, discover more about red squirrels, complete challenges and collect tokens as you go. And of course, if you see a squirrel while walking, we want to hear about it! Download a Red Squirrel Ramble today… […]
