Ever wondered if those bushy-tailed climbers actually roam Australian parks? Australia doesn’t have any native squirrel species, and the only introduced squirrels from the late 1800s disappeared from the wild ages ago. Let’s dig into where people tried to introduce squirrels, why they never stuck around, and which Aussie animals get mistaken for squirrels all…
You might expect to see squirrels on every tree, but Puerto Rico just doesn’t have any native squirrel species. If you’re wondering if wild squirrels live on the island, here’s the short version: Puerto Rico doesn’t have native squirrel populations, though people have reported the occasional escaped or introduced squirrel. Let’s get into why the…
You’ve probably watched squirrels darting around your yard and wondered if one might turn on you. Most healthy squirrels won’t attack people unless they feel trapped, are protecting their babies, or are sick—so, really, most run-ins stay safe if you give them some space. As you read, you’ll see when squirrels act defensively, what warning…
Ever wondered if those crafty backyard squirrels would snack on rat bait? Yep — squirrels can and do eat rat bait, and honestly, it’s dangerous for them, other wildlife, pets, and even kids if you leave the bait somewhere they can reach. That’s worth knowing before you set anything out, right? Let’s talk about why…
Ever caught a squirrel nibbling at grass or burrowing into a pile of hay? It’s a funny sight, but don’t be fooled—timothy hay isn’t a staple in their usual menu. You can offer timothy hay as a rare treat, but it shouldn’t replace their main diet of nuts, seeds, fruits, and other wild foods. Sometimes,…
When you picture squirrels, you probably see them munching on nuts or darting up trees. But honestly, these little creatures will eat meat if they need extra protein. Squirrels act as opportunistic omnivores: most of the time they eat plants, but they’ll grab eggs, insects, or even small animals if the opportunity pops up. Ever…
You won’t spot wild squirrels living across Hawaii today. Hawaii doesn’t have any established wild squirrel populations, so if you visit the islands, you’re almost guaranteed not to see one darting through the trees. So, why is that? Let’s look at the main reasons and what those occasional “sightings” actually mean. You’ll see how Hawaii’s…
Ever watched a squirrel at your feeder and wondered if it’s a threat to nesting birds? Yep—squirrels will sometimes eat baby birds or raid nests for eggs, but honestly, they usually only do this when food gets scarce or the opportunity is just too easy to pass up. If you care about backyard birds, this…
Ever seen a squirrel eyeing up a banana and wondered if it’d actually eat it? Yep — squirrels will eat bananas, but you should only hand over tiny amounts since bananas are loaded with sugar. If you want to feed them safely, let’s talk about which parts of the banana are okay, how often to…
Ever spotted a squirrel poking around a bowl of spilled kibble? You might wonder if they’ll keep coming back. Yep—squirrels will eat cat food, especially dry kibble. It’s packed with protein and fat, and honestly, it’s just easy for them to grab. If you want to protect your yard and keep wildlife healthy, it helps…