Squirrelpox confirmed in red squirrel on Solway Coast

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A red squirrel found dead on the Solway Coast has tested positive for squirrelpox, a deadly virus for the species. The confirmation came after a post-mortem on a squirrel found in Kirkbean. Squirrelpox is highly contagious and often fatal to red squirrels, though grey squirrels can carry it. Residents are advised to remove feeders and report any sick or dead red squirrels. This virus has impacted Scottish red squirrel populations since 2007.


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