‘Substantial’ increase in grey squirrels in England is concerning, campaigners say

Numbers of red and grey squirrels rising, survey finds, but more greys are present in last remaining red strongholdsCampaigners are concerned about the rising presence of grey squirrels in England’s last remaining strongholds of reds.An annual distribution survey of about 250 sites in woodlands and gardens across northern England shows that occupancy figures for red and grey squirrels are increasing – but they are rising more steeply for greys. Continue reading...

‘Substantial’ increase in grey squirrels in England is concerning, campaigners say

Numbers of red and grey squirrels rising, survey finds, but more greys are present in last remaining red strongholds

Campaigners are concerned about the rising presence of grey squirrels in England’s last remaining strongholds of reds.

An annual distribution survey of about 250 sites in woodlands and gardens across northern England shows that occupancy figures for red and grey squirrels are increasing – but they are rising more steeply for greys. Continue reading...