Second invasive stoat trapped on Orkney island of Rousay
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Second invasive stoat trapped on Orkney island of Rousay

58 minutes ago · Originally published 23 Oct 2026 8/10 Original headline: Second invasive stoat caught on Orkney island
Conservationists from the Orkney Native Wildlife Project have captured a second invasive stoat on Rousay, following a targeted trapping operation. Removing these predators is vital for protecting the island's native species, including the unique Orkney vole and ground-nesting birds like curlews and hen harriers.
Source: STV News Orkney
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