Ever wonder if it’s okay to toss a banana to the squirrels in your yard? Yep—squirrels can eat bananas, but you should only give them as an occasional treat since bananas are packed with sugar and starch. If you want to feed squirrels or maybe protect your banana plants, this post’s got you covered. I’ll…
Ever spotted a squirrel chomping on a sandwich crust and wondered if it’s really safe for them? A little bit of plain, fresh bread won’t kill a squirrel, but honestly, it doesn’t do them any favors. Bread doesn’t offer much nutrition and, if you hand it out regularly, you could end up causing weight gain…
You can give squirrels peanuts, but you really need to do it with care and moderation. Plain, unsalted raw peanuts offer squirrels a solid source of protein and fat, but too many—especially salted or roasted ones—might lead to health issues. This post covers which types are safer and how to feed them without putting your…
Ever wondered if you can toss pistachios to the squirrels in your yard without causing them harm? Yep — unsalted, raw pistachios in small amounts make safe treats for squirrels, but you really should feed them sparingly and leave the shells on. If you love watching wildlife, offering a few pistachios can create some quick,…
Ever seen a squirrel eyeing your chocolate bar and wondered if it’s okay to share? Don’t do it—chocolate can seriously harm squirrels because it’s packed with theobromine and caffeine. Just skip it. If you want to help wildlife but not put them in danger, let’s talk about why chocolate is so risky. I’ll cover which…
Ever catch a squirrel munching on a grape in your yard and wonder if it’s safe to share? Yep, squirrels can eat grapes, but you should only give them a little at a time. Grapes are packed with sugar and could cause health issues if squirrels eat them too often. Let’s get into when grapes…
You can toss a squirrel a plain, unsalted almond now and then, but don’t make it a regular thing. Treats like almonds pack in calories and fat, which can throw off a squirrel’s natural balance, so just offer them once in a while and see how the little guy reacts. If you want to feed…
At first glance, you might assume Las Vegas doesn’t have squirrels. But if you look closer, you’ll notice wildlife quietly making a home around the city. Yep — several types of ground and mountain squirrels live in and near Las Vegas, from rock squirrels hiding out in neighborhoods to golden-mantled squirrels up on Mount Charleston….
You’ll spot squirrels in Alaska, but they’re not the same ones darting across lawns down south. Alaska’s got a mix of tree, ground, and marmot species that roam forests, tundra, and rocky alpine slopes—each with its own quirks and survival skills. Curious about which squirrels live where? Let’s dig into their habitats, how they handle…
Squirrels seem harmless, right? But if you spot one acting weird or get bitten, it’s natural to wonder about rabies. The truth is, squirrels almost never carry rabies, so your odds of catching it from one are extremely low. Still, let’s dig into what’s actually risky and what you should watch for. Here’s what you…