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…
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…
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…
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 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 catch a squirrel poking around a bowl of dry cat food and wonder if they’d actually eat it? Yep, squirrels will eat dry cat food if they find it, but honestly, it’s not great for them as a regular meal. If you care about the wildlife in your backyard, it’s worth knowing why cat…
Ever found a tomato on the ground with a bite taken out of it and thought, “What on earth did that?” Yep — squirrels eat ripe tomatoes if they spot them. They’re usually after an easy snack, not out to destroy your whole plant. Weirdly reassuring, right? That means you can skip the panic and…
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…
Ever caught a squirrel poking around your dog’s bowl and wondered if it’ll keep coming back? Yep — squirrels will eat dog food, especially dry kibble, though it’s really not great for them. Let’s get into why they do this and what you should watch out for. We’ll look at what in dog food pulls…
You’ve probably watched squirrels nibble at whatever you drop in the park and wondered if bread’s actually okay for them. Sure, most squirrels will eat bread if you offer it, but honestly, it’s not the greatest choice for their health. A small bit of plain, fresh bread probably won’t hurt a healthy adult squirrel, but…