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How many red squirrels are left?
The ever-popular red squirrel has been in decline since the early 20th century and has dwindled to an estimated population of only 140,000. This compares to the 2.5 million strong North American grey squirrel pushing it out of most areas since its introduction to the UK.
Will red squirrel going extinct?
Red squirrels are now an endangered species due to the loss of their woodland habitat and the introduction of the American grey. Sadly, the greys carry the squirrelpox virus which can be deadly if transmitted to the reds.
Are there still red squirrels in the UK?
Find red squirrels near you Scotland and Ireland are where the red squirrel now has its main strongholds. In England, red squirrels only survive on the Isle of Wight and Brownsea Island, where there are no greys, on the Formby coast, and in the extensive pine forests of Northumberland and the Lake District.
How did the red squirrel become extinct?
Deforestation for agriculture, fuel and war caused red squirrels to become extinct in Ireland and South Scotland by the early 18th century, and rare in the Scottish Highlands by the early 19th century. Reds were reintroduced to Scotland from England, and in 1793 Scandinavian Reds were brought in to save the species.
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