Squirrels are among the most familiar creatures to the average American. They can be found everywhere from way out in the country to the middle of New York City. Yet as familiar as they may be, it ...

You can befriend a squirrel by following a few key steps that help build trust and encourage positive interactions. The most ...

A ground squirrel with cheeks stuffed with nuts, seeds or grains is a common sight. But a new study provides the first evidence that California ground squirrels also hunt, kill and eat voles. The ...

You know that moment when you’re minding your own business… and a squirrel launches itself across two branches like it’s ...

SAN FRANCISCO -- Traditionally known for stuffing their cheeks with nuts, squirrels can be carnivorous - though recorded instances of the rodents hunting and killing other live vertebrates are rare, ...

A student tosses an acorn at a nearby squirrel and waits patiently. The squirrel looks at the student inquisitively, snatches the acorn and dashes up a nearby oak tree. While a normal part of campus ...

This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract Hibernation is an adaptation to survive periods of stress, from food limitation or harsh thermal conditions. A key question in contemporary ...

The squirrels ‘splooting’, meaning squirrel splayed on its belly, all over New York City are just fine, officials say. A photo of a squirrel “splooting,” a behavior the animals use to cool off during ...

A student tosses an acorn at a nearby squirrel and waits patiently. The squirrel looks at the student inquisitively, snatches the acorn and dashes up a nearby oak tree. While a normal part of campus ...

Feeding squirrels in winter is a topic that sparks diverse opinions among gardeners and wildlife enthusiasts. On one hand, ...