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Sensitivity over killing grey squirrels is ‘stupidity’, says Tory ex-minister

Public sensitivity over killing grey squirrels has been branded “stupidity” by a Tory former minister. Lord Robathan pointed to people’s adverse reaction if a dog caught one in a park and highlighted opposition to the trapping of the invasive rodent....

25 Jan 2024 at 18:17

Grey squirrels sapping efforts to combat climate change, Parliament told

Grey squirrels are undermining the UK’s ability to tackle climate change, it has been warned at Westminster. Parliament heard the invasive rodent was the biggest threat to native broadleaf woodlands, such as oak. The damage caused by the ...

18 Jan 2024 at 17:08

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Scots urged to help ‘iconic’ species by being squirrel spotters

Scots are being urged to become wildlife spotters and play their part in helping to conserve the “iconic” red squirrel. The nationwide Great Scottish Squirrel Survey is taking place from Monday October 10 to Sunday October 16 – National ...

03 Oct 2022 at 14:07

Possible squirrelpox reported further north than previous cases

People are being urged to be vigilant after reports of possible cases of a virus lethal to red squirrels further north than before. Members of the public have twice reported seeing lethargic and sick looking red squirrels in or near ...

25 Feb 2025 at 10:12

Secret to why grey squirrels outcompete reds may lie in gut bacteria – study

The secret to why grey squirrels outcompete their red counterparts may lie in their gut bacteria, scientists believe. Grey squirrels are an invasive species from North America that was introduced to the UK and Ireland in the late ...

15 Feb 2024 at 00:01

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