When you think of squirrels, you probably imagine them hopping from branch to branch. But some squirrels have a different trick up their sleeves. Only flying squirrels actually glide — they don’t fly like birds or bats, but several species can sail tens or even hundreds of feet using a stretchy skin membrane between their…
You’ll spot squirrels in all sorts of places, but honestly, the best bets are parks, woodlands, and suburban yards with some decent trees and food around. Glance up into tree branches for tree and flying squirrels, and check the ground or open fields for ground squirrels and chipmunks. If you know where to look, you’ll…
Let’s talk about which squirrels are actually rare—and why some dark or island species aren’t as common as you might think. The rarest squirrels usually have super tiny ranges or just a handful of individuals left, like the Mount Graham red squirrel and several island endemics. Black-colored squirrels, on the other hand, are just a…
You might not expect it, but New York City probably has more squirrels than anywhere else in the U.S. Tens of thousands roam the big parks and tree-filled neighborhoods. If you’re hoping to see the thickest squirrel crowds, Central Park and Prospect Park are your best bet. Trees and easy food make these spots a…
You can grab squirrel boxes at garden centers, hardware stores, wildlife shops, or just hop online to places like Amazon or Etsy. If you want convenience and lots of options, online stores usually have the widest selection and quick shipping. Prefer hands-on help? Local shops and garden centers let you check the quality in person…
You might think a small forest state would win this one, but honestly, Texas probably has the most squirrels just because it’s so massive, has tons of different habitats, and there’s food everywhere—from cities to the wild. If you’re looking for squirrels, your odds go way up in many parts of Texas compared to any…
You might notice way fewer squirrels out and about once winter hits, but that doesn’t mean they’re all snoozing until spring. Actually, some squirrels—mostly ground squirrels—hibernate deep in burrows, while most tree squirrels stay awake and hunker down in nests or tree cavities. So, why do ground and tree squirrels act so differently in winter?…
You’ll find the Squirrel by hatching the Mythical Egg. This pet showed up in the Blood Moon update and sits in the Mythical Egg pool. If you’re after the Squirrel quickly, just keep grabbing and hatching Mythical Eggs until luck’s on your side. This little guy really helps with planting and farming, making your runs…
Put your squirrel box where squirrels feel safe and can move around easily. Usually, that means a sturdy tree trunk or a smooth metal pole, about 10–20 feet up, and close to branches or other trees so they can escape fast if needed. Try to avoid spots with lots of people or strong winds. A…
Thinking about getting a pet squirrel? Laws change a lot from state to state. Some places flat-out ban keeping wild squirrels, but a few states allow pet squirrels—sometimes with a permit, sometimes not. You’ll only find a handful of states where owning a squirrel is totally legal, and in others, you might need a permit…