You’ll usually spot squirrel droppings as small, smooth, pill-shaped pellets, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch long. They tend to pile up in one spot, which makes them easier to notice. They look a bit like tiny coffee beans or little raisins—dark when they’re fresh, lighter as they dry out. Once you know this, you can…
Ever watch a squirrel crack a nut in just a few seconds and wonder, “How do they pull that off so fast?” Squirrels rely on their sharp, ever-growing teeth and quick paws to bite, peel, and split shells. They eat the meat inside and sometimes stash extras for later. This quick guide covers their nut-eating…
You don’t need a dog to hunt squirrels successfully. If you learn where squirrels hang out, pay attention to their habits, and move quietly and patiently through the woods, you can fill your game bag just fine. Get good at simple stuff like still hunting, stand hunting, and listening for squirrel sounds—you’ll probably get more…
You can cook squirrel in all sorts of ways—fried, stewed, braised, or grilled. With a little seasoning and slow, gentle heat, squirrel can actually taste pretty close to chicken or rabbit. If you want your squirrel tender and flavorful, try brining it or slow-cooking to break down the toughness. Or, pressure-cook it for a bit…
You’ll spot squirrels nibbling nuts, raiding bird feeders, or sniffing around your garden. Squirrels eat a wide mix of foods—mostly nuts, seeds, fruits, fungi, and sometimes insects or eggs—so you can bet they’ll try almost anything edible you leave outside. If you want to attract, avoid, or squirrel-proof an area, this post will show what…
Squirrels love to chew through vents, sneak into attics, and gnaw on wiring if you make it easy for them. You can stop that by sealing up small holes, trimming back trees, and getting rid of food sources around your place. Seal gaps, block roof access, and remove tempting food to keep squirrels out and…
Let’s get right to it. If you want to say “squirrel” in French, the word you’re looking for is écureuil. Try pronouncing it like “ay-kuh-ROI”—but don’t stress if it takes a few tries. That French “r” and the way the vowels run together can trip you up at first. Let’s talk about how to make…
You can learn to call squirrels with just a bit of practice and a couple of simple tools. A clear, short bark or a sharp distress sound usually brings curious squirrels in for a closer look, letting you spot or study them much faster. This article covers how squirrel calls work, which noises to try,…
You can keep squirrels away from your suet without blocking birds if you use a little strategy. Smart placement, simple barriers, and squirrel-safe deterrents let birds feed while keeping those crafty squirrels at bay. Try a mix of a cage or baffle, plain or spicy (capsaicin) suet, and some careful feeder placement. Most squirrels will…
You can actually keep squirrels from ruining your bird-feeding setup with a few clever tricks. Try a weight-activated or caged feeder, pick seeds squirrels usually hate, and toss on a baffle or slippery pole to block their climbs. Mixing these steps makes it tough for most squirrels to steal your birdseed, but birds can still…