…of bait out in the hope of a few squirrels or maybe even a marten. The very first thing to find the bait was a marten! Then by day there were heaps of squirrels. See this link for a cool video of what is known, technically speaking, as a scurry of squirrels. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rik6pGV0KlI All very nice, but imagine Gus’ surprise… […]
…folder. How do I change my password? 1. Click ‘My Account’ and then select ‘My Profile’ from the dropdown: 2. Once you are in your profile, click the ‘Settings’ tab and enter your current password followed by a new password of your choosing: How do I update my profile? 1. Click ‘My Account’ and then select ‘My Profile’ from the… […]
…the survey, our third highest year since they began collecting public squirrel sightings in 2010. The highest year to date was in 2020 when 3000 sightings were recorded during the survey, and 22,772 were recorded overall. Programme Manager Nicole Still said: “Public sightings play an essential role in informing and directing our strategic efforts. Whilst we recognise 2020 was an… […]
…and thoughts and answer any additional questions as you see fit: Dear Minister Slater, I am writing in response to your consultation, Tackling the Nature Emergency – Strategic Framework for Biodiversity. Here are some of my views: My general comment: [INSER T GENERAL COMMENT] My con sultation answers: [INSERT SELECTED QUESTIONS WITH YOUR ANSWERS BELOW] I am responding as… […]
…Scotland’s Red Squirrels (SSRS), a National Lottery-funded partnership project led by the Scottish Wildlife Trust, have been monitoring squirrel populations across the country since 2009. This year, SSRS have received an increase in squirrel sightings reported from the Dunkeld and Birnam area which initially raised concerns that grey squirrels could be dispersing further north towards Pitlochry and Aberfeldy. Tayside Conservation… […]
…for signs of feeding, a great way to tell if squirrels are in the area. Cones are a favourite of squirrels so you will often find them nibbled on the ground. A messy chewed cone is most likely a squirrel , while a neatly chewed cone could be a smaller creature like a mouse. © Elana Bader Squirrels like… […]
…play a crucial role in red squirrel conservation, whether they are granting permission to carry out surveys or grey squirrel control on their land, or taking part in control work themselves either on a voluntary basis or through the Forestry Grant Scheme. As a project we have always worked closely with landowners in our priority areas, and these relationships have… […]
…soft lining for red squirrel nests, or ‘dreys’. Each red squirrel may build several dreys suited to different seasons. Resist the temptation to clear all your garden debris and you may be treated to the sight of a squirrel busily gathering materials to make some home improvements. If you can’t relax without a tidy garden, consider reserving a space as… […]
Since way back in 2019 there has been a plan to build a hide from which we could watch and photograph woodland wildlife near Gatehouse. Finally, this mission has been accomplished with a launch event held in Cally Woods on Wednesday 10 November. This project has been led by the Gatehouse Squirrel Group, and its members’ generous donations covered… […]
Our Tayside team have relocated to Blairgowrie. The new office is more centrally located in the project area, allowing staff and volunteers to stay better connected. You can now reach the Tayside team at: Blairgowrie Business Centre Room 1 9 Reform Street Blairgowrie, PH10 6BD Please note the landline phone number used at the previous office at… […]
