Endangered red squirrels have been found for the first time in an 18-hectare Sitka spruce plantation in the Western Yorkshire Dales. This positive news is being announced to coincide with Red Squirrel Appreciation Day (21 January). Reds had not been seen
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Many of us recognise the charismatic red squirrel with their tufted ears as one of the most cherished sights in British woodlands. They were once the only squirrel present in the UK, but spotting a red squirrel today is a
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We are looking to recruit two positions, covering Yorkshire, Lancashire and County Durham One position in the east and one in the west Reporting to: UK Squirrel Accord Director and Executive Committee Contract: Fixed-term, self-employed, full-time role Location: Remote working with local travel in
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During Red Squirrel Awareness Week, 02-08 October 2023, the UK Squirrel Accord (UKSA) thanks the Red Squirrel Recovery Network (RSRN) partners for including an important trial in their exciting new project backed by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. UKSA will
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Over the last 150 years, England’s red squirrel, Sciurus vulgaris, populations have significantly declined. This iconic species is now classed as nationally endangered. Evidence shows that the expansion of grey squirrel populations and range are the main cause of local red
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Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels has received multiple reports of red squirrels with suspected squirrelpox virus in Johnsfield just outside Lockerbie. Locals are urged to remain vigilant as this fatal disease could have serious consequences for the local red squirrel population. Within
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Funded by the UK Squirrel Accord (UKSA) and supporters, the Animal & Plant Health Agency’s (APHA) Wildlife Team is developing an oral contraceptive and species specific feeding hopper to manage populations of grey squirrels in the UK. This work hopes to reduce the damaging
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Oral contraceptives that could significantly reduce grey squirrel populations in the UK are displaying positive results in ongoing research, the UK Squirrel Accord (UKSA) has announced today. UKSA is funding research into a fertility control for grey squirrels that will offer an additional,
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Members of the Animal and Plant Health Agency team delivering the UK Squirrel Accord funded grey squirrel fertility control research help celebrate today’s International Women and Girls in Science Day. Discover more about their involvement in the fascinating worlds of wildlife and
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How can an oral contraceptive be fed to 2.5 million grey squirrels? Research to develop an oral contraceptive for grey squirrels is now entering its fourth year. As these contraceptives may affect other mammals, one of the most important parts of the
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The Isle of Wight has long been a haven for red squirrels, Sciurus vulgaris, thanks to the, just substantial enough, stretch of water known as The Solent, that separates the island from the mainland. The presence of the Solent and lack
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With temperatures as low as -15°C, steep hills, bogs, fallen trees and midges, radio-tracking squirrels in the Highlands has its challenges – but it also has plenty of rewards. A study is being carried to investigate the effect of forestry operations
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UK Squirrel Accord is gathering visual evidence of grey squirrel bark stripping damage to broadleaf trees. We are looking for photos or videos of bark stripping in action, or the subsequent damage caused to trees. If you can help, please
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Reclaiming Reds is a recently launched project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. It aims to directly connect the public with strategic conservation action to pave the way for red squirrels to thrive once again on the Knowsley Estate
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An invasive non-native species (INNS) is one that has a negative impact on the environment, economy or our health and our way of life. Globally, INNS are one of the main drivers of biodiversity loss, contributing to 40% of animal
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The Lowther Estate is in the North East Lake District, in Cumbria – the heart of a stronghold for red squirrels – something that is very important to both the estate and landscape. The estate aims to work with nature through
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Origami is an interactive and fun way to raise awareness of the threats to red squirrel survival and the importance of efforts to save them. While practicing this art of paper folding, people can also enjoy the many therapeutic benefits origami
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As a partnership, the UK Squirrel Accord is fundraising for research into an oral contraceptive for grey squirrel management. This research is conducted by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) and is still achieving results, despite the current pandemic. The project on oral
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