Red Squirrels Thrive in Jersey Thanks to Community Efforts — SkimNews
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- Jersey supports a thriving red squirrel population, despite the species not being native, with the island serving as a key refuge due to the absence of grey squirrels.
- Henry Glynn of the National Trust of Jersey describes red squirrels as 'naturalised' and highlights their iconic status among locals and visitors, noting widespread community support.
- Nina Powell of the JSPCA reports a 'good population' of red squirrels across the island, attributing their success to public care, feeders, nature reserves, and wildlife-friendly infrastructure like rope bridges.
- The National Trust of Jersey identifies inland valleys and woodlands as prime spots to see red squirrels and emphasizes the species’ legal protection from harm.
- Red squirrels in Jersey have been featured in Visit Jersey tourism campaigns, including one led by conservationist Ben Fogle, boosting their cultural and ecological visibility.
Why it matters: With only 120,000–160,000 red squirrels left in the UK and declining habitats, Jersey’s thriving population—sustained by community action and geographic isolation—offers a rare, working model of conservation success that directly supports the species’ survival in the British Isles.
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