Maybe you love tossing a peanut to a bushy-tailed visitor, but before you do, it’s worth knowing the risks and how to feed them safely. Peanuts can be a fun treat, but the wrong type or too many might mess with a squirrel’s health or diet. Stick to plain, unsalted, roasted peanuts and only offer…
You might toss a piece of bread to a squirrel and get a kick out of watching it snatch it up, but honestly, bread isn’t a good choice for them. Bread just gives squirrels empty calories and can actually cause digestive issues or even malnutrition if you make it a regular thing. If you care…
Ever spotted a squirrel nibbling on an apple in your yard and wondered if you should toss one their way? Apples are a sweet snack, but they come with some real risks—like those pesky seeds and a sugar rush. If you want to share, give squirrels just a few small apple pieces, always seedless, and…
You might not expect it, but squirrel meat can actually be a healthy, lean source of protein—if you handle and cook it right. Squirrel meat is low in fat, high in protein, iron, and vitamin B12, so it’s a pretty nutritious option as long as you prepare it safely. This post covers the basics on…
Wondering if Squirrel With a Gun lets you team up with friends or if you’re stuck going it alone? Right now, it’s just you and your squirrel—the game launches as single-player only, so you can’t invite friends for multiplayer mayhem yet. If you’re into sandbox chaos, oddball combat, and weird puzzle-platforming, there’s still a ton…
You’ve probably watched squirrels nibbling away in your yard and wondered, “Is corn a safe snack for them?” Yep — squirrels will munch on corn, and in moderation, it gives them a boost of energy and fat for winter. Just steer clear of moldy or salty corn, since that can actually hurt them. Let’s look…
You probably spot squirrels all the time and wonder how close they really are to rats or mice. Yep — squirrels are rodents, and honestly, that explains a lot about their teeth, diet, and quirky behavior. Stick around and you’ll see which squirrel traits come from being a rodent. I’ll talk about how their habits…
If you handle and cook it safely, squirrel meat gives you a lean, nutrient-dense protein. When you prepare it right, squirrel meat can be a healthy, low-fat source of protein and key nutrients like iron and B vitamins. Let’s look at what makes squirrel meat nutritious, which parts offer the most value, and what health…
Ever wondered if eating squirrel meat might send your cholesterol soaring, or if it could actually fit into a heart-healthy meal plan? Squirrel meat is pretty lean and its cholesterol levels are about the same as poultry, so you can enjoy it as part of a balanced diet—as long as you don’t go overboard. Let’s…
You might think squirrel meat tastes wild or odd, but honestly, it’s pretty mild—sort of like dark chicken or rabbit, with a faint nutty edge. If you cook it right, the meat turns out tender and lean, with just a hint of that “game” flavor some folks actually like. Several things affect the taste—what the…