…of golden eagles in the south of Scotland. Since 2018, the project has doubled the population of golden eagles in the south of Scotland, through a series of translocations. As they settle into their new home, the young golden eagle juveniles initially require help to feed. Cat Barlow, Project Manager for the South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project explains: “We… […]
Research carried out in Northern Ireland has highlighted the importance of native woodland for the long-term protection of red squirrels. The research modelled red squirrel populations in non-native conifer forests with the presence of pine martens— a natural predator to the red squirrel in both Scotland and Northern Ireland. Pine martens had been persecuted to near-extinction in Scotland, but… […]
…Minutes Facilities: Parking, Public Toilets, Visitor Centre + More Public Transport Available Nearby: Yes Difficulty: Easy Wilderness Ranking: 2/3 Woodland Trusts’ St. Ronans Wood, Innerleithen | Scottish Borders With stunning views over the town of Innerleithen, we’ll be gently winding uphill and casting an eye through the treetops. Duration: 30 Minutes Facilities: Parking Public Transport Available Nearby: Yes… […]
…are being pushed out of this area. With greys gone, reds are moving south, from their heartlands further north, and recolonising this part of Scotland. In these troubled times, when so much of our native wildlife is in steep decline, red squirrels in central Scotland present a rare success story. Once I finish writing this blog I will shut the… […]
Red Squirrel Rambles Digital walking trails Learn about one of Scotland’s most iconic yet threatened species while exploring their natural habitat. We’ve curated five walking routes from the parks and gardens of North East Scotland, to the forests of Dumfries and Galloway in an interactive app that will guide you on your adventure. LEARN MORE Activities at home Bring… […]
…of grey squirrels concentrated in the built-up area. Here, Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels are working to contain the overspill of grey squirrels into Aberdeenshire. For the last twelve years, Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels has implemented control measures along the Highland Line from the Gare Loch to Montrose to contain the incursion of the non-native grey squirrel into red squirrel strongholds… […]
…city and its outskirts. In the South of Scotland a mix of the two species remain, with volunteer groups working hard to lower grey densities in the region. Grey squirrels were introduced to Scotland in Victorian times and have since replaced the native red squirrel in many parts of the country. They out-compete reds for food and living space and… […]
…on the general public to keep an eye out for red and grey squirrels in their area and submit their sightings to Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels. Why do we do this? The information we get from your squirrel sightings gives us a clear picture of both red and grey squirrel movements, and helps us and our volunteers to direct… […]