Black squirrels
We are collecting information about the distribution of black squirrels. If you see one in an area not indicated on our distribution map, then we would grateful if you send us location and date of the sighting.
See black squirrels page for the distribution map and contact details.
(Photograph courtesy of Sarah Patchett).
Bleeding canker of horse chestnut
As part of the research effort into bleeding canker on horse chestnut we would be happy to receive electronic versions of completed survey forms.
See surveying for bleeding canker of horse chestnut page for a copy of the survey form and contact details.
Horse chestnut leaf miner (Cameraria ohridella)
We are very keen to receive records of C. ohridella in Great Britain and Ireland from any areas not already indicated on our distribution map.
See monitoring and research on horse chestnut leaf miner page for the distribution map and contact details.
Oak processionary moth (Thaumetopoea processionea)
If you live in Brent, Ealing, Hounslow or Richmond Upon Thames, you should report possible sightings of the caterpillars or their nests/webs to your local Council. Otherwise please report sightings to Forest Research.
See oak processionary moth page for contact details.
You must not attempt to handle the larvae caterpillars yourself, or disturb their nests.
We also welcome any information that may contribute to our research in other areas. See sending us information for our research for contact details.
