Grey squirrels: is birth control the solution to Britain’s invasive species problem?

Taking Notes:

•  grey squirrels population  are more than red squirrels in UK

•  due to the squirrel pox virus red squirrels transmit to  grey squirrels

• The grey squirrel has proved to be an expensive mistake

•  They damage timber, reduced carbon storage, and cause tree replacement costs 

• Over several decades, their populations remain large and widespread.

•  using oral contraceptives to control their breeding

Summary:  

 

Personal reflection:

 

https://theconversation.com/grey-squirrels-is-birth-control-the-solution-to-britains-invasive-species-problem-154400