Ever spot a squirrel darting across the snow and wonder what it’s up to for the rest of winter? Most squirrels don’t bother migrating—they stick around, hunkering down in nests, hollow trees, or burrows. They shift their habits to get through the cold. Some squirrel species hibernate, but plenty just tough it out, relying on…
You can buy squirrel food at local pet stores, garden centers, farm supply shops, and online retailers, and many everyday grocery items like unsalted nuts also work great. Where To Get Squirrel Food You can find squirrel food at nearby shops or order it online. Look for foods that are unsalted and free from additives….
Ever watched a squirrel dash across a snowy yard and wondered where it keeps warm? Most tree squirrels stay active through winter by sleeping in nests or hollow tree cavities, while some ground squirrels hibernate in burrows. Let’s take a quick look at where they hide and why those places actually work. You’ll find out…
Ever watched a squirrel dash up a tree and wondered where it all started? Squirrels actually evolved from early tree-dwelling rodents in North America about 35–40 million years ago. Their family, Sciuridae, eventually spread out and diversified across the globe. Let’s take a quick look at how those tiny ancestors became the many squirrel types…
You’ve got plenty of options for buying squirrel food—pet stores, farm supply shops, big-box retailers, and online sellers all carry it. Check out local pet stores, Tractor Supply, Rural King, Walmart, Lowe’s, or Target. Or just order specialty blends from Amazon or Chewy if that’s easier. If you’re hoping to attract healthy, lively squirrels, you’ll…
You probably spot squirrels in parks or near your bird feeder and wonder where they hide the rest of the time. Squirrels choose trees, underground burrows, or even attics and walls, depending on their species. So, their home really depends on what kind of squirrel you’re watching. Let’s look at where they live and the…
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 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 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 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…