You want a feeder that keeps birds fed and squirrels out, but without all the hassle. Honestly, the best squirrel-proof bird feeder uses a weight-activated or cage design that blocks squirrels but lets little songbirds eat in peace. That means less wasted seed, less time spent chasing furry thieves, and more time just watching the…
So, you want to feed squirrels but you’re not sure which nuts are safe? Skip nuts with high toxins, mold risks, or super high fat—those can mess with a squirrel’s digestion or even make them sick. Let’s break down which specific nuts to avoid, why they’re risky, and how you can offer safer choices. The…
You can spot squirrels pretty much anywhere—except in Antarctica and most of Australia. They live in trees, on the ground, and in forests or grasslands all over the world, so you’ll probably see them near parks, woods, or even in some city neighborhoods. This post explores where different types of squirrels actually live. Some nest…
You might spot a flying squirrel anywhere there’s a big patch of woods, especially if you see old trees and hollow spots around. Try looking for them at night along the edges of forests, in parks with mature trees, or near old snags where they like to nest. If you live in the eastern US,…
You’ve probably watched squirrels dart across your yard and wondered: where do they vanish to after sunset? Most tree squirrels curl up in leaf nests called dreys or squeeze into hollow tree cavities. Ground squirrels, on the other hand, burrow underground—so you’ll usually find them tucked in nests or holes close to where they spend…
Ever wondered where squirrels disappear to when winter hits and snow covers everything? You’ll usually spot them tucked away in nests, tree hollows, burrows, or sneaking into warm spots near people—think attics, garages, or under decks. Squirrels don’t hibernate fully. They stay active through winter by finding shelter and munching on food they’ve stashed away….
You’ll only find gliding squirrels in one group: the flying squirrels. They don’t really fly like birds or bats—what they do is glide, thanks to a furry skin flap between their legs called a patagium. That quirky feature sets them apart from your usual tree squirrels and turns them into acrobats of the treetops. If…
Canada’s got a surprising variety of native squirrels—everything from classic bushy-tailed tree squirrels to the ground and flying types. Most squirrels you’ll spot (about two dozen species across the country) are native, including the familiar eastern gray, plus several ground and flying squirrel species. If you’re curious about which species live where, how to tell…
Ever wondered where squirrels actually sleep during winter? Most tree squirrels stay active and curl up in insulated nests called dreys or in tree cavities, but some ground species hibernate deep underground. These choices help squirrels stay warm, safe, and give them access to their food stashes when the weather lets up. Let’s take a…
Ever spot a squirrel darting through the branches during the day and wonder where it disappears after sunset? Most tree squirrels curl up in leafy nests called dreys or tuck themselves into hollow tree cavities. Ground squirrels dig down and spend the night in burrows beneath the earth. These cozy shelters keep them out of…