Grey squirrels approaching
The BBC reports that the Grey Squirrel is making it past the Cairngorms and is fast approaching – leading to calls for a cull:
Concerns have been raised over the further spread of grey squirrels after sightings in the Cairngorms.
The Scottish Wildlife Trust (SWT) said greys were now spreading so far north its programme of culling them was the only way to save the native reds.
Evidence suggested the animals were travelling along the Tay, Dee and Don rivers towards the Highlands.
SWT has said it wants to cull all greys north of a line between Argyll and Angus to protect red squirrels.
The Red Squirrel still remains an icon of the Highlands of Scotland, being one of the last preserves for the mammal.
However, it remains to be seen whether any control program can stop – or merely slow down the advance of the greys.
I’ve seen Red Squirrels in woodland along the Findhorn, and even crossing the road to get to Tradespark Woods.
So here’s hoping we keep the little redheads around a little longer. 
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I quite agree. I havesome come to feed in my garden. It would be devastating for the little Red fellas if the Greys got up here. We all need to be vigilant. I think culling is a good idea, but like you say, how lng can this hold them back?