…involved, please contact us at squirrels@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk The group currently has a particular need for volunteers who can give some of their time to helping out with either public engagement events, admin support or grey squirrel control in the local area. All volunteers are provided with the training and resources they need to participate. For more information and to apply for… […]
…virus, which first came to the UK with the introduction of non-native grey squirrels. The grey squirrels that carry squirrelpox display no symptoms, having long developed immunity to the disease. Unfortunately, red squirrel populations have not had a chance to develop widespread immunity, and in most cases the disease is fatal within a couple of weeks. At the moment, squirrelpox… […]
…squirrel visits a feeder box, a sticky tab collects some of its hair, which can then be identified under a microscope. The project is currently recruiting volunteers in South Scotland to participate in the 2018 squirrel survey, which takes place between March and April. Download the 2017 squirrel survey report For further information please contact Gill Hatcher, ghatcher@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk… […]
…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… […]
…guided walks organised by volunteer groups to help raise awareness of the plight of the red squirrel. Thanks to the Red Squirrel Survival Trust, a national charity working to prevent the extinction of this endangered species and partner to the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels project, volunteer groups in South Scotland will be able to sustain their surveying and monitoring efforts… […]
…is working in priority areas across Scotland to protect red squirrels from the spread of the non-native grey squirrel. Gill Hatcher, SSRS Communications & Engagement Officer said: “We are asking everyone in Scotland to go out and enjoy the outdoors during Red Squirrel Week, look out for both red and grey squirrels and add your sightings to our online map… […]
…the last year. We have been blown away by the enthusiasm and commitment that volunteers have shown throughout this difficult time. Creativity is one thing that certainly hasn’t been restricted, as we’ve witnessed Red Squirrel Network Groups adapt and rise to the challenge – from producing calendars for raising funds, to engaging with local schools and sharing educational activities online…. […]
…both red and grey squirrels can be reported through the Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels website at scottishsquirrels.org.uk. Mary-Anne added: “All sightings are valuable, whether they are from your window, back garden or the wider countryside. Regular garden visitors need only be reported once or twice a year, but please do inform us of any squirrels you see in new locations.”… […]
