It happened while I was out walking in the park last fall. A squirrel froze on a branch above me. It didn’t run — it didn’t move — but its tail was twitching like mad. Not just once, but...
Category: Mammals
It’s a damp morning in the forest. You spot a squirrel sniffing around a patch of mushrooms. But wait—can squirrels actually eat those? Yes, squirrels do eat mushrooms, including some types...
It’s a chilly morning in the park. You watch a grey squirrel sniff around a discarded banana peel. It pokes it with its nose, flips it over with its paws, and takes a cautious nibble. You might be...
Mange is a common skin condition that can affect squirrels, causing itching, inflammation, and hair loss. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to treat and prevent mange in squirrels, improving...
If you're an animal lover, you may have considered feeding squirrels in your backyard or at your local park. But what is the best food to give these cute and curious critters? Feed squirrels...
Did you know that squirrels play an important role in the environment? These often-overlooked animals are vital to the health and balance of many ecosystems. Squirrels are important to the...