The red squirrels at Plas Newydd, Anglesey received a royal visit last week when Prince Charles popped in.
The prince was there to see for himself just how successful the re-introduction project had been in the the woodland surrounding the historic house.
Prince Charles during his visit - image courtesy of the National Trust:
The prince was there to see for himself just how successful the re-introduction project had been in the the woodland surrounding the historic house.
Prince Charles during his visit - image courtesy of the National Trust:
Six squirrels were brought to Plas Newydd (a former stronghold for the species) in October 2008 and held in woodland enclosures for a few weeks, before being released into the woods over the winter.
A red squirrel - image courtesy of the National Trust:
They bred successfully and the squirrels can now be found throughout the estate. Some have even crossed the Menai Straits to recolonise Gwynedd.
The mixed deciduous woodland has a high canopy and great arching boughs - perfect habitat for red squirrels.
Plas Newydd is open daily except Thursday and Friday from 11am - 5.30pm.
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