We have several varieties of squirrels in Ontario. The Eastern Grey Squirrel is the most common. Nothing common about this one though 😏
Category Archives: Squirrels
Share the Path
On a recent walk, the woods were alive again with the sounds and sights of spring. A familiar rusting in the leaves alerted me to nearby squirrels. This one approached and stood there staring, hoping for a snack I guess.
Feisty
We see red squirrels quite often in the woods usually giving chase to the larger eastern gray squirrels.
Red Squirrel
Red Squirrels don’t hibernate in winter but do spend a lot of time in their nests to stay warm and conserve energy. I hope this little squirrel has a cache of food to see him through the bitterly cold weather that’s on the way.
SAVE SOME FOR LATER
This red squirrel was enjoying his snack and wasn’t about to assign the nut to his winter stockpile.
Friday Favourite
We have several varieties of squirrels but red squirrels are my favourite. As cute as they look they’re not afraid to take on the bigger squirrels and chase them away from potential food sources.
SUNDAY SQUIRREL
The red squirrel was sorting through the seeds under a feeder. Another animal I haven’t seen much of this summer.
RED SQUIRREL
I was pleased the squirrel slowed down for a minute so I could take the shot.
SNOW DAY
I took this photo in mid-December, a few years back. We’ve seen very little snow this winter, more rain than anything else. Today is colder though so maybe we’ll see some soon. A December without any snow is unusual. I wonder if this is the new normal …
SUNDAY SQUIRREL
Black squirrels are very common here. They are actually a melanistic subgroup of the eastern grey squirrel. Their black fur gives them a thermal advantage during our cold winters.
The Best Dining
Under the bird feeder was the place to be for this red squirrel.
READY, SET, GO
A good approach to the week ahead!
RED SQUIRREL
The squirrel was tearing across the ground and finally stopped for a moment and stared in my direction. Another spring first.
ON THE FLY
I took this in late fall. It looked like the red squirrel was in a hurry to gather nesting material before the cold set in.
SUNDAY RED
You often find these little red squirrels under a bird feeder. Easy pickings!
RACE YOU
That’s what it looked like to me 😊.
Best wishes for the Holiday Season!
SQUIRREL SCOUT
Despite the cold, this time of year has its advantages. It’s easier to spot the locals. 😏
BE PREPARED
Fall is a busy time for squirrels as they prepare for the approach of winter. It looked like this red squirrel was gathering nesting material for its winter accommodation.
BELINDA GROVER PHOTOGRAPHY 