Sightings of red squirrels in Scotland have tripled

Thanks to conservation efforts, the native Scottish breed is back and thriving

Sightings of red squirrels have more than tripled in Scotland suggesting efforts to increase their numbers have been successful.

A new survey shows Aberdeen is leading the way and also confirmed grey squirrels have been eradicated in the Highlands, where 80% of the UK’s red squirrel population live.

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