King Charles met scientists and researchers in Yorkshire on Tuesday as patron of The Red Squirrel Survival Trust.
The King traveled to Yorkshire today to learn about an innovative conservation plan aimed at protecting Britain’s native red squirrel population.
During her visit to the Animal and Plant Health Agency facility, the King was introduced to scientists working on a pioneering approach to managing gray squirrel numbers through oral contraceptives.
A statement released by the royal family said, “Scientists and researchers are working on a new oral contraceptive project designed to slow the growth of gray squirrel populations, which threaten both red squirrels and Britain’s native broadleaf woodlands.”
“Despite being the country’s only native squirrel species, the red squirrel is an endangered species in the UK,” it said.
“The King, patron of The Red Squirrel Survival Trust, has long supported efforts to restore red squirrel populations.”
“Her Majesty visited a conservation initiative developed by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), which aims to humanely control gray squirrel numbers and support the recovery of the UK red squirrel population,” the statement said.
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