Freshfield, Merseyside, England. U.K.
Famous residents of Formby are the red squirrels that live in the pinewoods.
There is real concern for the survival of these rare creatures. The numbers are diminishing at an alarming rate due the return of a virulent strain of 'squirrel pox'.
There has been a 50% reduction in numbers in just a year.
Steve White the Merseyside Conservation Officer for Lancashire Wildlife Trust says that the numbers are at such low ebb that the local red squirrel population may not be able to recover.
The red squirrel is native to Britain, but its future is increasingly uncertain as the introduced American grey squirrel expands its range across the mainland. There are estimated to be only 140,000 red squirrels left in Britain, with over 2.5 million greys. The Forestry Commission is working with partners in projects across Britain to develop a long-term conservation strategy that deters greys and encourages reds.
Red squirrels build large nests, called dreys, often in the forks of tree trunks. They are usually solitary, only coming together to mate. But they do not mind social interactions and related squirrels will share dreys to keep warm during cold winter months. Reds range widely, especially when looking for mates.
One of the few
remaining habitats for the Red Squirrel the pinewoods in
Formby are managed by The National Trust,Large area of beach, sand dunes and pine woods. Stunning stretch of unspoilt coastline. Long sandy beaches and attractive pine woods. The red squirrels are used to visitors and will come quite close for peanuts.
This wonderful stretch of unspoilt coastline set between the sea and Formby town offers miles of walks through the woods and dunes. There are interesting plants and birds to be found. Victoria Road, Freshfield, Formby is a popular access point for The National Trust, Red Squirrel reserve and beach. Parking is available adjacent to the reserve and at the end of the road there is a large unpaved car park for easier beach access, the beach from the car park is about 100 yards. The traffic frequently clogs up the whole of the area.
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