Mourne Red Squirrel Rescue

Mourne Red Squirrel Rescue We specialise in the rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned Red Squirrels in the Mourne area.

Got quite the shock yesterday on my nature walk.. a beautiful red squirrel lying in my path, barely moving, but still a ...
17/06/2026

Got quite the shock yesterday on my nature walk.. a beautiful red squirrel lying in my path, barely moving, but still a beautiful wee thing nonetheless.

Found the wee mite lying at the back of the campsite in Tollymore Forest Park, potentially a tree fall, he looked like he was taking seizures or tremors and there were flies all over him, but there was still life there.

My son and I just kept gently swatting the flies away with leaves as they were struggling to keep them at bay until we managed to get them seen to quickly by an animal rescue.

I'm sad my first close up meeting with a red squirrel was in such sad circumstances but glad we were able to bring a little comfort when it was at its most vulnerable.

Sadly its not a more positive story as they didn't make it through the night but I am glad he was able to pass in peace, away from the flies and the elements of nature.

Thank you to Mourne Red Squirrel Rescue who quickly attended and kept him warm and safe in his last moments.

Always show kindness to all in nature no matter what the outcome may be. 🐿

17/06/2026

Just a bit about my background.
I have been rescuing wildlife for over 30 years and was the founder of 2nd Chance Wildlife Rehab. I worked in veterinary practices for years caring for wildlife and domestic animals. I am perfectly capable of providing emergency care to animals in my care. Had the squirrel continued having seizures I would have had him pts immediately although he would have passed away before I got there.
I am also aware of legislation and Liencing regarding protected species and authorities are informed immediately.
Hope this answers the questions of those concerned.

17/06/2026

Unfortunately the wee Tollymore squirrel passed away very quickly. The finder said he'd had a series of seizures and he didn't recover. A very big thank you to the couple who found him and contacted me.

Received a call this evening from a concerned man staying on the caravan site in Tollymore Forest Park. He had been watc...
16/06/2026

Received a call this evening from a concerned man staying on the caravan site in Tollymore Forest Park. He had been watching this adult male squirrel running around during the day. This evening the squirrel was lying on the ground having seizures with blood from the nose.
When I got him home he had some fly eggs on him, he's unconscious but alive.
I would say he had a fall or was attacked as his tooth is broken and possibly his jaw.
I'm warming him up but I'm not optimistic that he will survive the night.

16/06/2026

Cheeky little red devil. Brian is in great form.

12/06/2026

Brian is running around and climbing well again. The wee bu**er had me worried for a couple of days but he's eating and in good form.

11/06/2026

Brian was lying low for a, couple of days which was concerning. Thankfully he is up and about again and feeding well.
Heart of Down Red Squirrels thank you for keeping a close eye on him for me.

04/06/2026

Brian has moved to a pre -release pen before eventually being released back into the wild. Heart of Down Red Squirrels thank you so much for taking him. I really appreciate your help.

Brian peeled a peanut and ate it a long with some baby biscuit. He doesn't want syringe fed anymore which is fine, he's ...
23/05/2026

Brian peeled a peanut and ate it a long with some baby biscuit. He doesn't want syringe fed anymore which is fine, he's big enough to drink himself. I'm hands off now to keep him wild and his fiery little self.

22/05/2026

The little squirrel that arrived yesterday evening is a lot better today. Fiery and full of attitude to say the least.

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