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Lucy Gets Curtailed

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Sometimes squirrels lose the tip of their tail (or sometimes the whole tail entirely). Most squirrels recover without any ill effects. The most common causes for tail loss are fights with other squirrels or having their tail run over by … Continue reading →

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Excuse me sir

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Excuse me sir? Can you spare a nut or something… Ok, I guess a chip will do. (Don’t worry, they were unsalted chips.) This squirrel can often be spotted hitting up pedestrians for treats on Bond St. in Toronto. I … Continue reading →

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Lucy the squirrel passes away

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

One of our favorite squirrels passed away recently. Early in May, Lucy’s coat was looking a bit rough and she seemed to have an insatiable thirst. She would often sit right next to the tap for the hose by the … Continue reading →

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Feeding cashews to Piggy the squirrel

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Piggy is such a friendly little guy. He’s about two years old now. Here’s a short video of him eating cashews on our back fence.

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Douglas Squirrel

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

The Douglas squirrel is a close relative of the Red Squirrel. In Canada it is only found in British Columbia. Here is a snapshot of one in Whistler Village. The Douglas Squirrel, and its cousin the Red Squirrel, are ‘Pine … Continue reading →

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