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’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…
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….
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…
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 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…
Ever spot a squirrel darting over snowy ground and wonder where it disappears when winter really sets in? Squirrels don’t migrate. They stick close to home, nestling into cozy nests, tree cavities, or burrows, only popping out during warmer midday hours to snack on food they stashed away in the fall. They get through winter…
You probably see squirrels darting across your yard or scrambling up trees and wonder where they go when the sun sets. Most tree squirrels curl up in leafy nests called dreys or hide out in tree cavities, while ground squirrels tuck themselves into underground burrows. These cozy spots help them dodge bad weather and hungry…
You’ll spot two types of squirrels in the UK, but only one’s actually native: the Eurasian red squirrel. The red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) comes from the UK, while the grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) arrived from North America and now pops up in way more places. Curious about where each squirrel hangs out? Or why grey…
Ever watched squirrels dart across your yard and wondered what they do when it starts pouring? Squirrels usually dash for nearby nests, tree hollows, or burrows to keep dry. Some even hunker down and use their bushy tails as makeshift umbrellas. Tree-dwellers rely on dreys and cavities, while ground squirrels disappear into burrows. Their clever…