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Red Squirrel Colony Thrives in North Yorkshire Conservation Effort

10/13/2025

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The conservationists in North Yorkshire celebrate 16 red squirrels confirmed in a sitka spruce plantation.
First identified in January, colony drew volunteers and landowners into the Yorkshire Dales Red Squirrel Alliance.
Julie Bailey of the UK Squirrel Accord emphasizes public involvement in monitoring sightings and warns against hand-feeding.
With fewer than 40,000 red squirrels remaining in England, the UK Squirrel Accord aims to serve as a model for nationwide conservation.

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The conservationists in North Yorkshire celebrate 16 red squirrels confirmed in a sitka spruce plantation.
First identified in January, colony drew volunteers and landowners into the Yorkshire Dales Red Squirrel Alliance.
Julie Bailey of the UK Squirrel Accord emphasizes public involvement in monitoring sightings and warns against hand-feeding.
With fewer than 40,000 red squirrels remaining in England, the UK Squirrel Accord aims to serve as a model for nationwide conservation.