Squirrel guarding watering knot
by Flees Photos
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Squirrel guarding watering knot
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Flees Photos
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Photograph - Home Decor And Giclee Wall Art By Chris Flees
Description
This squirrel was actively guarding its watering knot. At first I thought it was a den until I realized it was drinking out of it.
facts about squirrels:
Squirrels belong to the family Sciuridae, which includes over 280 species. They are found all over the world, except in Australia and Antarctica.
Squirrels are known for their agility and ability to climb trees. They have sharp claws and strong hind legs that allow them to scale vertical surfaces and leap between branches.
Squirrels have a wide variety of sizes and colors. They can range from small species like the African pygmy squirrel, which is only about 3 to 4 inches long, to larger species like the Malabar giant squirrel, which can grow up to 3 feet long (including the tail). The colors of squirrels can vary from gray, brown, and black to red, white, and even multi-colored patterns.
Most squirrels are herbivorous, with a diet that primarily consists of nuts, seeds, fruits, berries, fungi, and tree bark. However, some species, like the flying squirrels, may also consume insects and small vertebrates.
Squirrels are known for their habit of hoarding food. They have cheek pouches that allow them to carry and store large quantities of food, which they bury in various locations or hide in tree crevices for future consumption. This behavior helps them survive during times of food scarcity, such as winter.
Many squirrels are active during the day and rest in their nests, called dreys, during the night. Dreys are typically built in tree branches using leaves, twigs, and other materials.
Squirrels have an excellent sense of balance and coordination, which helps them navigate tree branches and jump from one tree to another with ease. They can also rotate their hind feet 180 degrees, which enables them to climb down trees headfirst.
Squirrels have sharp incisor teeth that continue to grow throughout their lives. Constant gnawing on hard objects, such as nuts and branches, helps them keep their teeth trimmed and healthy.
Some squirrel species, such as the gray squirrel, are known for their ability to leap long distances. They can cover a distance of up to 20 feet in a single jump.
Squirrels play an important ecological role as seed dispersers. They often forget or do not retrieve all the nuts they bury, which allows these nuts to germinate and grow into new trees.
Squirrels communicate with each other using a combination of vocalizations, body language, and scents. They can make various sounds, including chirps, chatters, barks, and even ultrasonic vocalizations that are beyond the range of human hearing.
Squirrels have adapted to urban environments and are commonly seen in parks, gardens, and even cities, where they may opportunistically scavenge for food or build nests in buildings.
Squirrels are fascinating creatures known for their acrobatic abilities, cute appearance, and playful behavior. Whether they're leaping from tree to tree or foraging for food, they bring a sense of liveliness to many natural environments.
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April 6th, 2014
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