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What Can You Do About Squirrels?
Bird feeder battles: Winning the war against squirrels For bird lovers, the sight of a bushy tail hanging off the side of a feeder means just one thing: war. Sure, squirrels have to eat, too, and no one wants to harm the persistent critters. But that doesn’t mean you have to put up with squirrels … Continue reading What Can You Do About Squirrels? →
How to Build a Squirrel
Squirrels are the bane of many bird feeders, but this simple design using just PVC and a plastic jug can keep those rodents out of the food you set out for your fine-feathered friends.
What Is The Difference Between A Flying Squirrel And A Grey Squirrel?
Squirrels are fun. Aren't they? It is fun to watch them scamper across your fence, chase each other through the trees, and flick their fluffy little tails…
What Are the Different Types of Squirrels?
There are over 170 different types of squirrels. We describe the most popular ones you will find in the majority of English speaking countries, from red or fox squirrels to the thirteen lined squirrel. Learn about their history and the difficulties they will face in the future.
Why You Should Not Feed Squirrels
Inside Edition explains why feeding squirrels is not a good idea.
12 Tips for Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeders
Let's be honest: there's no such thing as squirrel-proof bird feeders. But you can at least take steps to cut down on their visits using these tips.
How to Keep Squirrels Out of Bird Feeders
It's never easy to keep squirrels out of bird feeders, but with a trial-and-error approach to these simple tips, you can likely find a solution that works for your yard.
Helpful Tips to Make a Bird Feeder Squirrel-Proof
Squirrel-proof a bird feeder by adjusting the feeder style, location, seed offered, and more, without hurting any birds.
Confused Baby Squirrels Had No Idea How They Got So Tangled
They were trying to go in five different directions at once.
Why Red Squirrels Depend on Good Neighbors
Learning to cooperate with their competitors is good for survival.
Talent Attraction: How to Catch the Purple Squirrels
Purple squirrels are the most valued and sought after candidates on the market, so how can you win them over?
Why squirrels are ‘splooting’ in the heat and what we can do to help them
BEAT THE HEAT: Though the small mammals might look like they’re in stealth mode, it turns out they’re just trying to cool off.
Why Do Squirrels Bury Nuts? (and other mysteries)
If you live in a rural area, or near a park, you’ve probably observed this unique squirrel behavior. When the weather catches a chill, these bushy-tailed creatures begin what looks like preparation for a wide-scale scavenger hunt. In great numbers, these squirrels begin to bury nuts! Squirrels hide nuts this way as preparation for cold weather when otherwise food will be scarce. This kind of proactive…
Why Weary Squirrels 'Pick Fights' with Sticks and Stones [VIDEO]
In your early childhood, you may have played a little superhero make-believe, getting on guard in kung foo-like poses to battle that imaginary nefarious villain who just appeared in your backyard. It turns out that this is a behavior that squirrels will never outgrow, often getting ready for a fight even when there is no real threat in sight.
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How to Keep Mice, Rats, and Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders
Birds, mice, rats, and squirrels all love to eat seeds. Try these tips to discourage rodents from eating at or under your bird feeder.
Bird Seed Storage: How A Squirrel Bandit Almost Got Away with It
Are Gray Squirrels Smarter than Red Squirrels?
A recent study in the United Kingdom found that a greater percentage of wild gray squirrels solved more difficult food-finding tests than red squirrels. The tests involved a process of pushing and pulling levers to get to hazelnuts. The better problem-solving skills of invasive gray squirrels may explain why they have displaced red squirrels, and are …
Is That A Squirrels Nest In My Tree?
Squirrels are always entertaining guests in your yard. They bound around and look cute thanks to their fuzzy tails and adorable little button eyes. They’re fantastic acrobats and climbers. They’re…
Are Squirrels Driving You Nuts?
Squirrels can be a nuisance on many levels. If you have bird feeders, they are notorious for managing to climb even the most intricate feeders to get something to eat. When the problems really begin i
10 Nutty Facts About Squirrels
Squirrels are impressive. They can leap 10 times their body length. They can turn their ankles 180 degrees to face any direction when climbing. They have g
5 Reasons to Show Squirrels Respect on Squirrel Appreciation Day
Those rodents running around your trees are pretty talented
