Unveiling the Intriguing Red Squirrels Behaviour in Winter
Red squirrels, a common sight in Canada, exhibit fascinating behaviors during the winter months. As the temperatures drop and snow blankets the landscape, these agile creatures employ various strategies to survive the harsh conditions. Observing “Red Squirrel Winter Behavior” provides insight into how they adapt to their environment, including foraging for food and creating insulated nests. […]
How To Tell The Difference Between Red and Grey Squirrels
Red and grey squirrels are two species of squirrel that are commonly found in many parts of the world. While they may look similar, they are actually quite different in terms of their appearance, behavior, and habitat. One of the most obvious differences between red and grey squirrels is their color. As their names suggest, […]
Differences Between Red and Grey Squirrels
Red and grey squirrels are two species of squirrel that are commonly found in many parts of the world. While they may look similar, they are actually quite different in terms of their appearance, behavior, and habitat. One of the most obvious differences between red and grey squirrels is their color. As their names suggest, […]
Van Isle Violet Predicts Six More Weeks of Winter
Groundhog Day is a popular annual event. It is held on February 2nd and is based on the belief that if a groundhog (also known as a woodchuck) emerges from its burrow on this day and sees its shadow, winter will last for six more weeks. However, if the groundhog does not see its shadow, […]
Digging Deeper: Fascinating Facts About Groundhogs
Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are a type of rodent that is native to North America. These burrowing animals are well-known for their role in the annual tradition of Groundhog Day, where their behavior is used to predict the arrival of spring. But did you know that there’s more to these critters than just their […]
The Mystery of Groundhog Day: Where Did This Strange Tradition Come From?
Groundhog Day is a popular annual event that is held on February 2nd and is based on the belief that if a groundhog (also known as a woodchuck) emerges from its burrow on this day and sees its shadow, winter will last for six more weeks. However, if the groundhog does not see its shadow, […]
Squirrels Prepare for Winter By Collecting Leaves and Finding A Warm Place To Live
Preparing for Winter Squirrel nests that can see assembled in the forks of trees are called dreys. These nests are usually built of twigs, dry leaves and grass. You can typically see them if you look about 20 feet or higher in the trees. Squirrels build nests to survive winter, survey their territory and care […]
Baby Squirrels are Active During September 2021
Better to jump from trees with! Red squirrel’s have pads at the base of their paws, and on each of their ‘fingers’, which contain more fatty tissue. These pads allow them to act as shock absorbers when the squirrel lands. While running the tail is used as a counterbalance to help the squirrel steer and […]
“I saw a squirrel clinging to my outside wall, does it need help?”
Spotting Squirrels Clinging to The Outside Of Buildings & Why They Don’t Need Help! Baby squirrels start exploring outside the nest around 6 weeks of age and are ready to be on their own at 10 weeks of age. When baby squirrels emerge from their den site for the first few times, they may be […]
First Baby Squirrels Found In Attic of 2020!
Congratulations! It’s A Litter Of Pinkies! Gates Wildlife Technician Chris came across our first litter of baby squirrels on Tuesday in Mississauga. All of the babies were placed in one of our heated release jugs for mom to find. She relocated each baby one by one to an alternate den site.
