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Herefordshire Zoo Welcomes Trio of Endangered Red Squirrels
30 Oct
Summary
- Three red squirrels arrive at Herefordshire zoo
- Fewer than 40,000 red squirrels left in England
- Red squirrels to be released into the wild in Anglesey, Wales
In a significant conservation effort, three red squirrels have recently arrived at a small zoo in Herefordshire. The arrival of Cyril, David, and Richard is part of a broader initiative to boost the dwindling numbers of this native species in England.
According to the latest estimates, there are fewer than 40,000 red squirrels left in the country, and they have completely disappeared from the Midlands region. The zoo's decision to welcome these endangered animals is a crucial step in reversing this trend.
Next year, the three male red squirrels will be joined by female counterparts, with the goal of producing offspring that can be released into the wild. The chosen location for this reintroduction is Anglesey, in Wales, where the zoo hopes to establish a thriving population of the species.
The opportunity to see the rare red squirrels up close has already started to attract more visitors to the Small Breeds Farm Park in Kington, further highlighting the public's interest in these charismatic creatures and the importance of conservation efforts.
