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Whistler was named after a Marmot

Posted on August 12, 2013 by admin

The town of Whistler was named after the Hoary Marmot, whose high whistling call can be heard in the surrounding mountains. Here’s one surveying his domain as he warms himself on a rock. (Oh, and marmots are a type of … Continue reading →

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Gracie visiting the neighbour’s house

Posted on July 7, 2013 by admin

Gracie is a regular visitor to the houses on our block. She often drops by and even peeks in the window hoping for handouts. Here she is at the neighbours house lounging around till someone notices her and gives her … Continue reading →

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Piggy is a messy eater

Posted on July 7, 2013 by admin

Piggy in his 3rd summer. He’s just finished eating some almonds and is hoping for more.

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Harvesting berries

Posted on July 1, 2013 by admin

Planting a serviceberry tree is an easy way to attract wildlife to your yard. We have a small one in our backyard and robins and squirrels visit daily to eat the berries. This young squirrel seemed to find it a … Continue reading →

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How do squirrels walk along wires

Posted on June 4, 2013 by admin

To a squirrel, walking along a high-wire comes naturally. Squirrels are arboreal creatures—tree dwellers—and are perfectly adapted to walking along narrow branches. In a mature forest, squirrels can travel for miles without ever touching the ground, by walking along branches … Continue reading →

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