Squirrel Meat - What's the matter?

What is it about the grey squirrel that brings out such animosity? They are completley free range and a healthy source of meat. Whats more they are alien to Britain and have a huge detrimental effect on the native red squirrel.

Here is an article showing just that:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2763076/TV-chef-Hugh-sparks-animal-rights-outrage-reveals-My-son-shoots-squirrels-eat.html

However, Good News - there will be the inaugural Extraordinary Squirrel Burger Challenge happening on the 5th October at the Forest Showcase Food and Drink Festival - to read more and compete click here.