Squirrels are a wide variety of rodents belonging to the family Sciuridae, which includes approximately 280 species distributed worldwide. Below is detailed information about squirrels and their habits:
Appearance features
Size : Medium-sized, usually 15-20 cm in body length and 10-25 cm in tail length, with a slender body.
Coat color : Coat colors are diverse, with common colors including red, gray, and brown.
Tail : The squirrel's tail is long and bushy, which serves as a balance organ and is used to keep warm when resting.
distributed
Squirrels are diverse and widely distributed, including different species in North America, Eurasia, Africa, and South America.
Habitat
Squirrels inhabit a variety of environments, including forests, cities, grasslands, and mountains. They build nests and mounds, and also use tree holes or buildings as habitats.
Dietary habits
Omnivorous : Squirrels mainly feed on nuts, seeds, fruits, moss, insects and bird eggs, and their main food sources vary in different seasons.
Behavioral Habits
Activity level : Squirrels are diurnal animals, and are usually more active in the early morning and evening.
Storage : During the bountiful season, squirrels accumulate food and store it underground for emergencies.
Reproduction and reproductive behavior
The mating season for squirrels varies depending on the species, but it is usually in spring or summer.
Female squirrels become pregnant after the insemination period, which lasts approximately 3-6 weeks.
Survival threat
Squirrels' natural enemies include birds of prey (such as eagles and harriers), felines, and many terrestrial predators such as foxes and minks.
Intelligence and adaptability
Squirrels are typically very agile and intelligent; they are able to find food and establish habitats in a variety of environments.
Relationship with humans
Squirrels have a positive impact on forest and urban ecosystems, but in some cases they are also considered pests in horticulture and agriculture, especially to orchard crops.
In general, squirrels are agile, active, and curious animals that exhibit a range of unique habits and adaptability in different environments, making them a fascinating part of nature.
