Different Aspects
Relaxed... when higher up the tree.
The Red Squirrel used to be a common sight in the UK. However it has now disappeared from large areas of Britain and its place has been taken by the grey squirrel. The larger grey squirrel was introduced to this country in the mid-19th century. Research has shown that grey squirrels put on a lot more body fat than red squirrels which gives them a better chance of surviving. The larger, more robust grey wins in the competition for food and space and it is now widespread in England and Wales. It is more adaptable than the red squirrel and lives happily in hedgerow trees, parks and gardens as well as large woods and forests. Grey squirrels also carry the squirrelpox virus, to which they are immune, but which is deadly to red squirrels.
We are asked to report any sightings of Red Squirrels in Scotland in an effort to protect them.
I really appreciate any Views, Faves and Comments and I will try to visit your sites in due course. Thank you so much.
Relaxed... when higher up the tree.
The Red Squirrel used to be a common sight in the UK. However it has now disappeared from large areas of Britain and its place has been taken by the grey squirrel. The larger grey squirrel was introduced to this country in the mid-19th century. Research has shown that grey squirrels put on a lot more body fat than red squirrels which gives them a better chance of surviving. The larger, more robust grey wins in the competition for food and space and it is now widespread in England and Wales. It is more adaptable than the red squirrel and lives happily in hedgerow trees, parks and gardens as well as large woods and forests. Grey squirrels also carry the squirrelpox virus, to which they are immune, but which is deadly to red squirrels.
We are asked to report any sightings of Red Squirrels in Scotland in an effort to protect them.
I really appreciate any Views, Faves and Comments and I will try to visit your sites in due course. Thank you so much.