There is a species, very familiar to most of us, that is facing a very uncertain future.
Once a regular sight and sound of towns, cities and villages nationwide, they are now glimpsed only rarely, and are on the very edge of extinction.
In the 1950's, there were tens of thousands, but by 2013, official statistics showed that there were just 28 recorded live births,and the continued existence of this once proud breed hangs in the balance - another victim of passing trends and fashions.
So, if you care about Gary (or the less well-known Garry), please help us in our efforts to preserve