You want squirrels to actually use your box, not just ignore it. Put the box 8–12 feet high on a sturdy trunk or fork, and make sure it faces away from strong winds and that intense afternoon sun. That way Hardware Cloth and Interior Elements Line up vulnerable spots with 19-gauge, 1/2-inch hardware cloth. This…
You’ll usually spot squirrel food at local pet shops, garden centers, and farm-supply stores. Or, if you’re in a hurry, just order it online from big retailers or specialty sites and have it shipped right to your door. Online marketplaces and major retailers make things fast and easy, but local pet and garden shops let…
You can find squirrels pretty much anywhere with trees, bushes, or even just open ground that offers some food and shelter. Head to parks, woodlands, or suburban yards with big, old trees if you want to spot a bunch of squirrels in a hurry. I’ll walk you through where to look and how each squirrel…
You’ll spot squirrel monkeys (genus Saimiri) darting through the treetops of Central and South America. Most of them hang out in the Amazon basin, but some make their homes in Panama and Costa Rica too. They really seem to love those warm, humid canopies where fruit, insects, and shelter are all around. Imagine weaving through…
You probably spot squirrels in parks and yards and wonder where they came from. Squirrels popped up millions of years ago in what’s now North America, Europe, and Asia, and over time, they branched out into the species you see today. Let’s dig into their ancient roots, see how their bodies and habits changed, and…
You’ve probably watched squirrels dart through the trees and wondered where they disappear at night. Most squirrels sleep in dreys, tree cavities, or underground burrows, depending on their species and the season. Knowing this makes it easier to spot their hideouts and maybe even understand why some seem busy all day, while others only show…
You’ll find squirrels almost everywhere except Antarctica and Australia. They stick around wherever trees, shrubs, or even open ground give them food and a place to hide. Squirrels live across most of the world—in forests, parks, cities, and grasslands—wherever nuts, seeds, and safe nesting spots exist. Take a walk outside and chances are, you’ll spot…
You’ll spot Squirrel Nuts candy at big-name online stores, specialty candy shops, and sometimes even at your local grocery chain. Honestly, the fastest way is just to check Amazon, Walmart, or eBay, or poke around retro candy shops online that carry those old-school treats. I’ll point you to specific sellers and share a few tips…
In Kentucky, you can hunt squirrels for most of the year. The main fall season usually kicks off in mid-August and keeps going through late winter, with a quick pause for modern gun deer season. Check the exact dates and zone rules before you head out so you know when—and where—you can hunt. If you…
Thinking about a pet squirrel? You’ll need to figure out where it’s legal and who can actually sell or rehome one safely. You’ll usually find squirrels through licensed breeders, wildlife rehabilitators with non-releasable animals, or sometimes exotic pet sellers—but local laws and permits really decide if you can keep one at all. This article will…