The red squirrel is native to Britain but is becoming rare, especially in Wales, due to threats from introduced grey squirrels carrying disease. Grey squirrels were brought to Britain from America and have spread widely, competing with and infecting red squirrels. Red squirrels also face threats from predators and loss of habitat as woodlands are cut down, so conservation efforts like planting more trees could help protect the remaining red squirrel populations.
The red squirrel is native to Britain but is becoming rare, especially in Wales, due to threats from introduced grey squirrels carrying disease. Grey squirrels were brought to Britain from America and have spread widely, competing with and infecting red squirrels. Red squirrels also face threats from predators and loss of habitat as woodlands are cut down, so conservation efforts like planting more trees could help protect the remaining red squirrel populations.
The red squirrel is native to Britain but is becoming rare, especially in Wales, due to threats from introduced grey squirrels carrying disease. Grey squirrels were brought to Britain from America and have spread widely, competing with and infecting red squirrels. Red squirrels also face threats from predators and loss of habitat as woodlands are cut down, so conservation efforts like planting more trees could help protect the remaining red squirrel populations.
There is another squirrel found in Britain the _______ squirrel. The _______ squirrel was introduced into parks and quickly spread into the surrounding countryside. The grey squirrel comes from __________. Grey squirrels carry a _________ which kills the red squirrels. Red squirrels are now very _____ in Wales. Red squirrels have several enemies including the _______, stoat and pine marten. Red squirrels live in _____________. Many trees are cut down every year so there are less places for the squirrels to live. By planting __________, it is possible to help the red squirrels and other animals that live in woodlands. Fill in the blanks using the words below r e d fox w oodlands trees rare A m e rica grey disease g re y Activity 13