You know that tiny, frantic creature yanking at an acorn in Ice Age, right? His name? Scrat—the saber-toothed, acorn‑obsessed little guy who pops up all over the franchise. Scrat started out as a quick gag, but over time, he kind of took over as the mascot, shaping scenes and jokes in every movie and short….
You might think “squirrel-like monkey” sounds like a silly nickname, but it actually refers to a real group of tiny, quick New World primates called squirrel monkeys. To put it simply: squirrel monkeys are small primates from the genus Saimiri, living in Central and South American forests. They dart through the treetops and stick together…
You know Sandy Cheeks—the tough, Texan squirrel who somehow manages to live in an air-filled treedome under the sea. But who is she, really? Why does she wear that clunky diving suit, and what exactly makes her so memorable in Bikini Bottom? Sandy Cheeks is a science-loving, karate-skilled squirrel from Texas who lives underwater in…
You know that tiny, frantic creature chasing a single acorn through frozen chaos. Scrat is the acorn-obsessed saber-toothed squirrel who totally steals the show in Ice Age and sparks so many of the films’ funniest moments. Let’s take a quick look at Scrat—who he is, how he became such a weirdly perfect mascot, and why…
Ever spot a small, bushy-tailed critter and wonder if it’s a squirrel? Plenty of animals look a lot like squirrels—long tails and all—but you can usually tell them apart by checking out their tails, where they’re hanging out, and what they’re up to. Let’s dig into some ways to tell these animals apart so next…
Squirrels usually look busy and bold, but sometimes you’ll notice when one’s in trouble. They might move slowly, breathe weirdly, show wounds, or just sit in the same spot for way too long. If you see a squirrel looking tired, breathing hard, with pale gums, or obvious injuries, it probably needs help right away. You…
You probably remember that tiny, buzzing squirrel who manages to steal every scene with wild energy and, honestly, a one-track mind for cookies. Hammy from Over the Hedge is the hyperactive, hilarious squirrel voiced by Steve Carell. He brings speed, innocence, and a sharp sense of comic timing that drives both laughs and chaos. Let’s…
You can attract squirrels to a nest box. Many of them will use a well-placed, well-built squirrel house for shelter or to raise their young. If you set up a safe, elevated box with the right entrance, decent ventilation, and some protection from predators, squirrels are much more likely to use it. Think about what…
Ever spotted a critter that looks like a chipmunk and a squirrel rolled into one? You might wonder if those two can actually crossbreed. Here’s the short version: nope, they can’t. Their genetics and species differences keep them apart, so any “squirmunk” you see is probably just a case of mistaken identity. Family ties can…
Ever spot a squirrel that just doesn’t look right and wonder if it’s dying? It’s not always obvious, but the way a squirrel moves, eats, and breathes can tell you a lot more than its appearance. If you see a squirrel staying very still, not eating or drinking, or struggling to breathe—or if it has…