Name: Squirrels: Pre-breeding behaviour and mating chase @clydemuirshiel
Uploaded: 2014-02-11T01:29:31-0400
Duration: 8 min 17 s
Description: Female Grey Squirrels are only in heat for one day at a time and on the run up to this the males pay her close attention. The presence of a male or his scent is what brings the female into breeding condition. Mating chases occur, usually with more than one male but not in this case.

Hen Harrier release 08/01/14 @clydemuirshiel

Uploaded January 2014 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

Just back from a very special event. Our friends at Hessilhead Wildlife Rescue have been caring for an injured Hen Harrier and she has just been released within the park boudaries in the last half hour. Watch the film taken of her release above.

Rough and Tumble foraging in front of camera

Old Boy demonstrating his dominance over cubs

Squirrels: Pre-breeding behaviour and mating chase