Red squirrel
The Royal Mint unveils new coins featuring British wildlife
Inspired by Britain's flora and fauna, the eight new coins have been designed to reflect King Charles III’s passion for conservation and nature.
Urban areas are limiting the control of grey squirrels by pine martens
The effect of pine martens on non-native grey squirrels is being hampered by some key factors, according to new research.
Podcast: Delightful tales of red squirrels and house sparrows
Do red squirrels really make little boats to sail on? Discover strange tales in ancient books on British wildlife in Episode 10 the BBC Countryfile Magazine podcast, Season 5
Pine marten could play ‘crucial role’ in restoring balance between red and grey squirrels
Research into pine martens' predation of squirrels has highlighted the crucial role played by recovering native predators in naturally controlling invasive species and restoring balance to ecosystems.
Red squirrels kept safe by 'suspension bridge' in Highlands
Red squirrels can now cross the road safely, thanks to the addition of a specially designed rope bridge over a road in the Highlands.
Red squirrels back from the brink in Northumberland
The red squirrel has made a comeback in Northumberland - after a deadly pox virus spread by grey squirrels saw numbers dwindle in 2011.
Photo gallery: the red squirrel in its element
Photographer Neil McIntyre has captured the red squirrel in its element – the few remaining areas of ancient pine forest in Scotland. Taken from the book The Red Squirrel: A Future in the Forest, with words by Polly Pullar, this selection of images provide an intimate glimpse into the world of this high-flying acrobat.
Save the squirrel – join Red Army, urges charity
Five thousand volunteers are needed to save UK’s last red squirrels, according to an environmental charity.
Red squirrels to return to the north west Highlands
A small number of Britain’s red squirrel population is set to be relocated to woodlands in the north west Highlands as part of the second phase of a conservation project to boost numbers.