You might spot a squirrel doing something you never expected: chasing, killing, and eating a vole. Yes — some California ground squirrels have actually started hunting and eating small rodents, showing clear carnivorous behavior, according to recent studies. Not every squirrel has turned into a meat-eater, but this does make you rethink what these animals…
You might find it surprising, but squirrels didn’t just suddenly start munching on meat. Their diet has always flexed a bit when survival called for it. Squirrels mostly go for plants, but they’ve grabbed insects, eggs, and even small animals whenever those foods were easy to find or when they needed a protein boost. If…
You can cut down on squirrel problems a lot, but let’s be honest—no feeder blocks every squirrel every single time. If you pick a good squirrel-resistant feeder and set it up right, you’ll keep most squirrels from stealing seed and give your favorite birds a better shot at the buffet. If you’re tired of messes…
You probably spot squirrels all the time, but that doesn’t mean every kind is everywhere. Some squirrel types—certain color morphs and local populations—are actually rare in some places and common in others. That little detail explains why you might catch a glimpse of a black or white squirrel in one town, but never see them…
You might think squirrels are harmless, but honestly—people have gotten attacked by squirrels, and some folks even ended up in the hospital. Attacks are rare and usually not fatal, but they can cause some nasty bites, scratches, and even infections, so it’s not something to shrug off. Let’s get into some real cases, where these…
Ever watch a squirrel dart and leap, and wonder how it manages to see so well while moving that fast? Squirrels actually have sharp daytime vision and a super wide peripheral view, which helps them judge distances and spot movement in a flash. Let’s dig into how their eyes work and what this kind of…
When you think about squirrels, you probably just see them as harmless little creatures hanging out at the park. As far as anyone can tell, no one has ever actually died directly from a squirrel attack — the real risks sneak in through accidents they trigger or the rare diseases they might carry. Curious about…
Ever spot a squirrel darting across your yard and wonder, “Could a bite from that little guy give me rabies?” There’s never been a documented case of someone in the United States getting rabies from a squirrel. Worldwide, it’s extremely rare too. That should help you breathe easier, but it does make you wonder when…
You might picture squirrels just munching on nuts and seeds, but sometimes, they go after meat too. California ground squirrels and a few other species have actually been seen catching and eating small rodents and eggs, so meat does show up in their diets from time to time. Let’s look at what scientists have seen,…
Ever wondered if a squirrel could actually kill someone? The short answer: deaths directly caused by squirrel attacks are basically unheard of. Squirrels have, however, played a part in rare fatal incidents—usually through accidents or disease. A squirrel bite almost never kills, but there are related risks. Think rabies, nasty infections, or accidents caused by…