Squirrel season end dates really depend on your state and the squirrel species, so it’s smart to check your local rules before making plans. In a lot of places, squirrel season wraps up between late January and early March, though some states close earlier—and a handful even allow year-round hunting in certain areas. Regional climates…
You can start hunting squirrels in Louisiana on October 4, and the season runs through February 28, 2026. If you’re 18 or older, you only need a basic hunting license. To hunt on LDWF public lands, make sure you’ve got a WMA access permit. If you want to hunt in a Wildlife Management Area, check…
You’ll usually spot squirrels getting pregnant twice a year: once in late winter or early spring, then again in mid‑summer. Gestation lasts about 38–46 days, give or take. If you know these timings, you can watch for nesting activity and hopefully avoid surprises in your attic, eaves, or trees. Curious about how the breeding cycle…
You’ll spot baby squirrels in Texas mostly in late winter to early spring, then again in late summer. Most local species actually have two breeding seasons each year. Expect litters around February–April and again around July–September. That’s the best time to watch for nests, tiny kits, and more squirrel activity in your yard. If you’re…
If you want to get the most out of squirrel hunting in Missouri, you’ve got to plan around the official season dates. Missouri’s squirrel season usually stretches from late May all the way through mid-February, so you’ll have plenty of time to get out there after gray and fox squirrels. Before you hit the woods,…
You’ll spot squirrels most often in the early morning and late afternoon. They don’t really stick to a strict bedtime like humans do. Squirrels stay active during the day, sleeping in short bursts and napping between quick bouts of foraging and play. If you know this, you can usually guess when they’ll dart past your…
You’ll spot baby squirrels mostly after two main breeding seasons: one in late winter to spring and another in mid-summer. Most tree squirrels actually breed twice a year, so if you notice nests getting rebuilt or squirrels acting extra wild in early spring or mid-summer, there are probably kits on the way. So what drives…
You can celebrate Squirrel Day every year on January 21. Squirrel Appreciation Day happens on January 21 and honestly, it’s a fun excuse to notice the squirrels hanging around your neighborhood. Curious about how this quirky day started or why people care? You’re in the right place. I’ll share the backstory, what the day means,…
You’ll spot more chasing, squawking, and fluttering in spring—squirrel romance gets loud. Many species also mate again in summer. Most tree squirrels breed once or twice a year. You’ll see peak activity in late winter to spring, and often again in early summer. If you’ve ever wondered why squirrels act bolder and noisier, this article…
Squirrels tend to have babies in spring and again in summer, though it depends on the species and where you live. Most tree squirrels give birth about 38–46 days after mating, so you’ll often spot new kits in early spring and sometimes see a second litter in mid-summer. If you’re curious about where they nest,…