Want to own a pet squirrel or raccoon? Some NH lawmakers want to make it legal
The bill was introduced to prevent another situation like one in New York where an illegal pet squirrel was taken and ...
Red squirrels' low genetic diversity poses disease vulnerability, experts warn
The study saw researchers analyse the entire genetic code of 106 red squirrels from across Scotland and Formby in north-west ...
Bill calling for ability to own gray squirrels, raccoons as pets sparks debate
The fate of P'Nut the gray squirrel and Fred the raccoon — wild animals that became illegal domestic pets in upstate New York — moved 11 Republican lawmakers who want to make New Hampshire a state ...
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Lake District: Public asked to share red squirrel sightings
A Lake District organisation focusing on making the future safe for red squirrels has launched an appeal asking members of the public to ...
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Lack of genetic diversity among red squirrels poses disease threat, study finds
Red squirrels are endangered in the UK and considered a conservation priority in Scotland, a key stronghold for the animals. Study lead Dr Melissa Marr, from the University of Edinburgh ...