You can hunt gray and fox squirrels in Missouri from late May through mid-February. The exact dates change every year, but squirrel season usually opens in late May and runs through February 15. That gives you plenty of time to plan trips, practice your aim, and just get outside in the woods. Check the state…
Squirrels rarely leave your attic on their own, especially if they’ve found food, warmth, or a cozy spot to nest. If you act quickly with humane eviction and seal up entry points, you’ll probably get them out in about one to two weeks. If you don’t do anything, they might stick around all breeding season…
Ever spot a squirrel darting across your yard and wonder where it disappears at night? Squirrels sleep in all kinds of places, and it really depends on their type. Tree squirrels curl up in messy-looking nests made of leaves and twigs, or they tuck themselves into tree hollows. Ground squirrels dig burrows underground. Flying squirrels…
You might be surprised to learn how ancient squirrels really are, and where they first appeared. Squirrels got their start in the old forests of the Northern Hemisphere, with fossils tracing their roots back to the Eocene—about 35 to 40 million years ago. Here’s a quick look at their beginnings and how they managed to…
You can hunt red, gray, black, and fox squirrels in Ohio from September 1 through January 31 during the 2025–26 season. Hunting is only allowed from half an hour before sunrise until sunset, and you’re limited to six squirrels per day total. If you’re looking for the exact rules, where you can hunt, and how…
So, let’s be honest—finding actual squirrel milk just isn’t realistic or ethical. You won’t find natural squirrel milk on store shelves, but you can get special milk replacers from vets, wildlife rehabbers, or even some online shops if you’re trying to help an orphaned baby squirrel. If you’ve come across a baby squirrel or just…
You can hunt squirrels in most Texas counties starting in early September and going through late winter. Exact dates and limits depend on your county, so check those before you grab your gear. Some places let you hunt all year, but others only allow it during certain months. This post breaks down squirrel season dates…
Usually, you can only shoot squirrels during legal hunting seasons or if you have a special permit for nuisance control. The rules change a lot depending on your state and city, so you really need to check your local laws first. If you want to stay on the right side of the law, you’ve got…
Don’t eat a squirrel if it looks sick, comes from a polluted or city area, or if you took it outside of legal hunting seasons. If you notice odd behavior, know it’s from a toxic spot, or realize it’s protected by law, just skip it. That’s really about keeping yourself safe—and avoiding unnecessary trouble. You’ll…
You’ll usually spot squirrels during the day, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. That’s when they dart around, searching for food with those twitchy tails. Squirrels (family Sciuridae) are diurnal, so they eat mostly during daylight hours, not at night. As the seasons shift, their feeding habits change too. In spring and fall,…