When a squirrel just won’t stop chirping, it’s usually trying to get a message across—maybe it’s warning about a sneaky predator, fighting over territory, or just signaling to its buddies. If you hear a squirrel chirping nonstop for several minutes, chances are it’s picked up on some danger or it’s upset and wants the other…
You’ll spot squirrels all over Japan, though only one species—the Japanese squirrel—actually calls these islands home and nowhere else. If you wander through Honshū and Shikoku, keep your eyes open for these lively tree squirrels. They used to roam Kyūshū too, but their numbers dropped off there, so knowing the right spots helps if you’re…
You can hunt squirrels in most places, but the rules and dates really depend on your state and even your county. Squirrel season is a thing, but you’ll need to look up the exact dates and limits for your area to stay on the right side of the law. You’ll find out when seasons start…
Sometimes, you come across a squirrel that just looks off, and honestly, it’s hard to know what to do. If you see it moving slowly, refusing food, struggling to breathe, or showing obvious wounds or weird discharge, those are big red flags. When you notice severe weakness, labored breathing, open wounds, seizures, or if the…
Hearing scuffles or scratching from your chimney can really set your nerves on edge. But honestly, you can handle this calmly and safely. If a squirrel tumbled down your chimney, the quickest way to help is to keep people and pets away, open the damper or flue if it’s safe, and call a wildlife pro…
You might think squirrels dart through every tropical yard, but honestly, the Philippines has only a few native species. Some recent local sightings have stirred up the story a bit. Yes — the Philippines does have native squirrels, like the Philippine tree squirrel. You’ll find them on islands such as Palawan, Bohol, Leyte, Samar, and…
You might expect to see squirrels scampering through parks, but in New Zealand, you won’t find a single one living wild. No squirrel species are native or established here, and bringing them in is banned to protect the country’s unique wildlife. If you’ve traveled to other countries and enjoyed spotting squirrels, you’ll definitely notice their…
Ever watched a squirrel at your feeder and wondered if it might go after baby birds? Yeah, squirrels can and sometimes do eat bird eggs or nestlings if they get the chance. Still, they usually go for nuts and seeds. Nest raids mostly happen when food is hard to find or an easy opportunity pops…
You can keep squirrels out without hurting them. There are actually some pretty effective squirrel repellents, and you’ve got options—natural scents, sprays, motion sprinklers, or good old-fashioned barriers—so you can pick what fits your yard, budget, and comfort zone. Let’s talk about how these repellents work, which ones actually help your garden or bird feeders,…
You can usually spot the difference between a squirrel and a rat pretty quickly if you know what to look for—size, tail, when they’re active, and the kind of mess they leave behind. Squirrels are those bushy-tailed climbers you see during the day, living in trees or burrows and leaving round, brown droppings. Rats, on…