There are many sources for information on Red (and Grey squirrel) research, projects, regional and local groups, monitoring, reports and publications. This page includes some main sources of information for squirrels in the U.K., Ireland and mainland Europe. Links are provided where possible.
Squirrelweb
This is a comprehensive source of worldwide squirrel knowledge containing information on:
- Current and recent projects
- Conferences and meetings
- Squirrel census methods
- Publications
- A comprehensive list of individuals involved with squirrel research.
It is maintained by an international team of researchers and enthusiasts:
- John Gurnell (UK)
- John Koprowski (North America)
- Karl Larsen (North America)
- Peter Lurz (UK)
- Luc Wauters (Mainland Europe)
- Dave Gurnell.
Contact for enquiries or providing information for SquirrelWeb is: j.gurnell@qmul.ac.uk
Update report on squirrel research and monitoring (PDF-73K)
A comprehensive on-going update of the latest red and grey squirrel information and news presented at Country and UK regional and local Squirrel Groups and other meetings (includes the latest information on squirrelpox virus, current projects and new publications).
Collated by Brenda Mayle, UKRSG Chairperson and Squirrel Programme Manager, Forest Research. Email: Brenda.mayle@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Other sources
Country, Regional and local Red squirrel groups usually have dedicated web pages that contain news and information on current projects they are involved with, and links to other related information and websites.
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