Grey Squirrel Trapping advice leaflet published
A “guidance note” giving up to date advice on trapping grey squirrels has been published by the European Squirrel Initiative, the charity leading the fight to reduce the impact of the American Grey Squirrel in the UK.
The document, which contains advice on various control methods, including trapping and poisoning also highlights the status of both red and grey squirrels under the law.
“This, we believe, will be a very useful aid to those on the ground involved in trapping and controlling grey squirrels”, said George Farr, Chairman of the European Squirrel Initiative. “It contains practical advice as well as, importantly, guidance as to the latest legal position relating to the protection of the red squirrel and status of the grey squirrel”.
The guidance note, which appears in a leaflet form, has been distributed to gamekeepers throughout the United Kingdom.
“An important section of the guidance note deals with methods of despatch and disposal of carcasses” added Mr Farr. “This is a particularly relevant area in the light of some recent accusations in court”.
Copies of the trapping guidance note can be obtained from the European Squirrel Initiative.
mail@europeansquirrelinitiative.org
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Issued on behalf of the European Squirrel Initiative by Kendalls.
For more information, please contact Andrew Kendall, telephone 01394 610022.
Notes to editors
The grey squirrel, Sciurus caroliensis, a native species of North America, was introduced to England from the late 19th century, until 1938 when it became illegal to import or keep the species in captivity.
The European Squirrel Initiative was founded June 2002 by a group of concerned conservationists and foresters. The organisation seeks the restoration of the native Red Squirrel and the protection of the natural environment by removing the impact of the alien Grey Squirrel in Europe.
Its role is to:
Persuade conservation bodies and governments of the absolute necessity of ridding Europe of the Grey Squirrel. Continue to commission research into the impact of the Grey Squirrel on local ecosystems.
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