Jorja's Ecology Blog

Hi! I am a 1st year Ecology and Conservation student at UEA, welcome to my blog :)

    Animals

    • Muntjac deer

      Species name: Muntiacus reevesi The Muntjac deer was first introduced to the UK at the start of the 20th century from China, leading it to now becoming a common deer species across southeast England, which means they are an invasive alien species. However, the Muntjac is a protected species in the UK, under the Deer Read more

    • Robin

      Species name: Erithacus rubecula The Robin is easily identified by its red breast and brown back, along with its round body and slim tail. They are often a shy woodland bird which often feed on spiders, insects, worms, berries and seeds (RSPB Pocket Garden Birdwatch, 2009). They tend to live in open forests and woods, Read more

    • Grey Squirrel

      Species name: Sciurus carolinensis The Eastern Grey Squirrel is a species of tree squirrel which are considered a pest, due to being an invasive species which can cause damage to trees and threaten native red squirrels (BPCA, 2018). Grey squirrels are often 24-26cm from head to body whilst weighing 400-600g, which is nearly double the Read more