Americans have been told to steer clear Wildlife experts in the US have warned people to stay away from squirrels with sores and warts. A number of animals affected with “squirrel pox” have been spotted by Reddit users. Unlike the cute woodland creatures we’re used to, these squirrels can be very alarming to look at, […]

7 months ago

Help save the birds! If you’re lucky enough to have a garden at your home, spare a thought for our avian friends this month by scattering chilli powder around it. In a 2022 review led by Manchester Metropolitan University titled State of the World’s Birds, it was confirmed that around 48% of existing species are […]

7 months ago

Scientists have described the discovery as “shocking”. Scientists have for the first time ever found evidence of carnivorous behaviour in squirrels. Squirrels have always been viewed as a granivorous species, often seen stuffing their cheeks with nuts, seeds or grains. However, a new discovery, published in the Journal of Ethology, suggests our furry little friends may be opportunistic omnivores with a more […]

1 year ago

His owner said there was a ‘special place in hell’ for those who reported him A squirrel who achieved online fame on Instagram has been euthanised after being seized by authorities in New York. Peanut had achieved celebrity status on Instagram, where an account sharing pictures and videos of him had amassed more than 500,000 […]

1 year ago

Not just a cute face An elderly man has been hospitalised after sustaining “significant injuries” during a squirrel attack in America. The 78-year-old, whose identity has not yet been reported, was attacked in the city of Slidell, Louisiana on Tuesday. The local police department informed local residents on Facebook, noting that this is the second […]

4 years ago

And yes, it was caught on camera A police officer in America has been presented with a rather unique award after surviving a squirrel attack… and there’s even footage of it doing the rounds online. David Wheatley, a sheriff deputy in Indiana, was suddenly attacked by a squirrel in a trailer park. The creature clung […]

4 years ago