You can hunt squirrels on private land in North Carolina on Sundays in many cases, but rules and limits depend on your location and what you hunt. If you want to hunt squirrels on Sunday, you need to know if you’re on private or public land, pay attention to time and distance rules, and double-check…
Ever watch a squirrel snatch up a raisin and wonder if you should toss it another? Raisins aren’t poisonous to squirrels, but they’re loaded with sugar and really should be just an occasional treat. Knowing that lets you make better choices when you’re feeding wildlife or just cleaning up outside. Let’s talk about why raisins…
You can hunt squirrels with a 12 gauge, but stick to light birdshot at short ranges so you don’t ruin the meat or pelt. A 12 gauge works if you go with small shot sizes—like #7.5 or #8—and keep your shots close and controlled. If you’re thinking about using a 12 gauge, let’s dig into…
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 wondered if it’s okay to toss an apple to the squirrels hanging around your yard? The answer’s yes—squirrels will eat apples, but you really shouldn’t give them the core or seeds since those parts have a bit of cyanide. If you want to treat them, stick with small, seed-free pieces of apple. If you…
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,…
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 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…
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…
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…