Text of picture reads: Please be aware that there is a disease called Myxomatosis effecting the rabbits on the reserve. This is fatal to rabbits but cannot be transferred to humans or to dogs. The disease is endemic in the rabbit population throughout the UK, and has periodic local flare-ups.
When we see carcasses, we hide them out of sight as much as we can, but it is impossible for us to keep the area totally clear. We do not remove the carcasses entirely, as they provide a good food source for scavengers in the area.
Sorry if this detracts from your visit to St Abb’s Head, but the situation is outwith our control.
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