Squirrels

home-garden

Building a squirrel feeder DIY is a practical, low-cost way to observe wildlife up close while protecting bird feeders and maintaining a tidy yard. This evergreen guide explains...

wildlife_conflicts

In Tucson, the most common squirrels are the native Abert’s tree squirrel and the introduced eastern gray squirrel. Both species flourish in neighborhoods, parks, and desert e...

wildlife-safety

Squirrels are not poisonous to humans under normal circumstances. They can carry diseases and parasites that pose health risks, and rare scenarios involve indirect harm (eergy c...

Animals & Wildlife

Squirrels are primarily herbivorous but exhibit adaptable feeding behaviors depending on species, season, and food availability. In the wild, their core diet includes nuts, seed...

wildlife and rabies

Rabies in squirrels is uncommon but possible, and understanding the real risks can help people and pets stay safe. This evergreen explainer covers how rabies spreads in wildlife...

Nature and Wildlife

Squirrels are opportunistic foragers with a varied diet that shifts by season and habitat. Their primary foods include nuts, seeds, fruits, and fungi, while insects and other pr...

Animals & Wildlife

The life span of a squirrel varies by species, habitat, and predation pressure. In the wild, most tree squirrels live 6 to 12 years, while some individuals reach up to 14 to 16...

animal-rabies

Squirrels are very rarely diagnosed with rabies, and in North America and many other regions there are no established reservoirs of rabies in tree or ground squirrels. Most publ...