A family of squirrels scampers across your yard as you finish your morning toast. The urge to toss them some leftover bread crusts feels natural – after all, they look so eager and hungry. But...
Category: Mammals
You're enjoying a afternoon snack of fresh grapes when you notice a curious squirrel watching from nearby. Those bright, intelligent eyes seem to be asking for a taste, but you pause – are grapes...
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...
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...