You might be able to trap squirrels where you live, but honestly, the laws get confusing fast. Check your local regulations—seriously—because a lot of states restrict relocation, require permits, or only let you trap during certain seasons or for specific reasons. If you know the rules ahead of time, you’ll avoid fines and headaches. Some…
Ever wondered if squirrels are vanishing from your local parks and woods? Most squirrel species aren’t disappearing, but some are definitely struggling and need a hand. I’ll walk you through which ones are doing fine, which ones are in trouble, and what’s causing these ups and downs. People have changed squirrel habitats in all sorts…
Honestly, it might surprise you, but squirrel farming does exist in certain places. People raise squirrels for reasons like pets, fur, meat, or even conservation. If you’re looking for a quick answer: yep, squirrel farms operate in some parts of the world, though they’re nowhere near as common as chicken, cow, or pig farms. Let’s…
If you’re dealing with squirrels chewing up your bird feeders or making a mess in your attic, you’re probably wondering what you can actually do about it. The answer? Well, it really depends on where you live, your local laws, and what’s considered safe — in a lot of places, shooting squirrels isn’t allowed inside…
You can spot squirrel monkeys in Costa Rica, but honestly, only in a few spots along the Pacific lowlands. The Central American squirrel monkey hangs out in small rainforest pockets, so if you’re hoping to see one in the wild, you’ll need to pick your locations and timing carefully. Plan to walk forest trails near…
You can attract squirrels and keep them away from bird feeders with purpose-built squirrel feeders. Squirrel feeders exist, and they let you feed and watch squirrels without losing seed meant for birds. If you want to enjoy backyard wildlife, a squirrel feeder gives squirrels a clear spot to eat while protecting your bird feeders and…
You probably spot squirrels everywhere—on the sidewalk, darting through parks, or maybe chasing each other around your yard. They’re not just there for entertainment; these little guys actually plant trees, feed other animals, and even spark ideas in medical and robotic research. Yep, squirrels can be good for you and your environment in some pretty…
If you wander around certain Philippine islands, you might spot a squirrel or two. But don’t expect the usual city squirrels you see in parks abroad. The Philippines has its own native tree squirrel species, mostly hanging out on islands like Palawan, Bohol, Leyte, Samar, and Siargao. So, yes, you’ll find local squirrels in the…
Here’s something that might surprise you: no, Australia doesn’t have wild populations of true squirrels. That odd fact really shapes what you’ll see in the treetops and which animals scurry around up there. Let’s get into why marsupials like possums and gliders end up filling the squirrel role in Australia. You’ll also find out why…
Ever find yourself walking through Florida and catch a glimpse of a tiny, curious monkey darting through the trees? Yep, squirrel monkeys have made their way to Florida, but they’re not from here originally—they just hang on in a few scattered groups after escaping or being released. Curious about why these monkeys show up and…