In Council Bluffs Iowa they have 3 kinds. Black Grey and red. In Minnesota they have flying squirrels. It is just where they have been introduced into those areas and have thrived. Squirrels can't buy airline or bus tickets to travel so they are where they are unless humans intervene and move them which they do from time to time. That's how the black squirrel got to Iowa.Why do squirrels in different places have differing coloring ?? Ex. USA EAST - GREY, Canada - black?
Because there are different species all over North America, end their areas overlap given you the sense they are just a single species. There are local color patterns in different areas, and changes due to evolutive reasons, giving some individuals advantages over neighbors with a color not so well suited.Why do squirrels in different places have differing coloring ?? Ex. USA EAST - GREY, Canada - black?
There are different species of squirrels. The ones where I live are gray and there are some that are brown.
I grew up in southern ontario and the Eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) has two color phases there, grey and black (same species, just different coat colors). It has a wide distribution in the east of NA.
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The eastern fox squirrel (Sciurus niger) also has a broad distribution in the east.
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It is more brown in color, and at least where I am in Texas is smaller than the grey squirrels in Ontario, but that may just be a latitude difference. I have not seen grey squirrels here, apparently they are more common in east Texas.
In terms of why there is the color polymorphism in the eastern grey squirrel, I have never seen a study that tried to explain it, though I haven't looked carefully (try google scholar). I don't think it causes nonrandom mating (grey with grey, etc) but I may be wrong about that. There may be a selective difference that varies over geographical area.
Evolution! I am not positive that the squirrels in different areas of the country are actually different species, as many species of animals like the ';grey'; squirrel have been misnamed before. Humans have many different hair colors, but we are all the same species. However, you see certain combinations in certain environments as a result of natural selection. Very fair-skinned people in Africa or the Middle East would be susceptible to sunburns and skin cancer, and might even be easier to spot against dark sand and dirt. Therefore, you see fair-skinned Scandinavians, dark-skinned Middle Easterners, and almost black-skinned Africans. The very homogenous look that Asians have is largely due to geographic isolation (ie Japan).
Evolution drives variation different ways. For example, in the eastern US any squirrels that are black might be immediately more noticeable to predators and the black coloration is therefore evolutionarily less favorable. Perhaps the same is true for grey squirrels in Canada. Or, to make things even more compliated, maybe there's genes linked to coat color. Even if grey squirrels are EASIER for predators to spot than black squirrels, they may still dominate an area. Maybe certain immunities are associated with being grey. Let's say grey squirrels are resistant to parasite or disease X, and disease X is present in the eastern US. Grey squirrels will therefore be infected less and could have more grey offspring than black squirrels have black offspring (disease often lowers reproductive output). However, in Canada, this disease may not be present, so the advantages conferred by not being seen by predators outweighs the lack of immunity.
Evolution and genetics is an endlessly fascinating (and complex) subject. To me at least! :)
Many things can influence different coloring in types of squirrels, such as geographic isolation, or the environment in witch they live in. Coloration may also assist in attracting a mate??? I'm no expert, but I know a little bit about them.
Probably has something to do with the color of their surrounding environment. They would evolve different fur colors to blend in.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Are we now using squirrels as spies? Were they grey or red?!?
Press Assoc. - Tuesday, July 17 05:16 am
Iran has claimed that 14 squirrels found near the nation's borders were spies. The state-sponsored news agency IRNA said: ';In recent weeks, intelligence operatives have arrested 14 squirrels within Iran's borders. The squirrels were carrying spy gear of foreign agencies, and were stopped before they could act, thanks to the alertness of our intelligence services.'; Iranian police commander Esmaeil Ahmadi-Moqadam said: ';I heard of this but I have no specific knowledge on the subject.';Are we now using squirrels as spies? Were they grey or red?!?
Anybody remember Secret Squirrel? He was a spy, so it could be true.Are we now using squirrels as spies? Were they grey or red?!?
That's where we got the expession:Let loose the squirrels of war.
I assume that the Iranians confiscated the squirrels Ipods
Anything is possible, why would you be shocked? God Bless.
This seems to be the case. Squirrels are agile, smart and can blend in seemlessly with the Iranian public when wearing their disguises.
Britain has a secret unit of Hedgehog spies, but despite their improved combat effectiveness due their spikes, their use has been under review when it was found they have a weakness for honey mixed with milk.
LOL - that would be cool if we could.
';Squirrels'; is an euphemism!
Just shows you, these Iranians are f*****g nuts !!
sheep and donkeys too, lol
They arrested squirrels?!
there was one in my garden yesterday, are we not safe in our own homes anymore?!
Can squirrels really spy? They are after all animales. Can dogs spy? Can birds spy? Can rabbits spy? I tell you I am going to keep a closer eye on my cats...
Um...%26amp; i guess their job content is different from Moles...who work underground.
What the F*** will the Iranians come up with next, A s s holes. pmsl
Iran has claimed that 14 squirrels found near the nation's borders were spies. The state-sponsored news agency IRNA said: ';In recent weeks, intelligence operatives have arrested 14 squirrels within Iran's borders. The squirrels were carrying spy gear of foreign agencies, and were stopped before they could act, thanks to the alertness of our intelligence services.'; Iranian police commander Esmaeil Ahmadi-Moqadam said: ';I heard of this but I have no specific knowledge on the subject.';Are we now using squirrels as spies? Were they grey or red?!?
Anybody remember Secret Squirrel? He was a spy, so it could be true.Are we now using squirrels as spies? Were they grey or red?!?
That's where we got the expession:Let loose the squirrels of war.
I assume that the Iranians confiscated the squirrels Ipods
Anything is possible, why would you be shocked? God Bless.
This seems to be the case. Squirrels are agile, smart and can blend in seemlessly with the Iranian public when wearing their disguises.
Britain has a secret unit of Hedgehog spies, but despite their improved combat effectiveness due their spikes, their use has been under review when it was found they have a weakness for honey mixed with milk.
LOL - that would be cool if we could.
';Squirrels'; is an euphemism!
Just shows you, these Iranians are f*****g nuts !!
sheep and donkeys too, lol
They arrested squirrels?!
there was one in my garden yesterday, are we not safe in our own homes anymore?!
Can squirrels really spy? They are after all animales. Can dogs spy? Can birds spy? Can rabbits spy? I tell you I am going to keep a closer eye on my cats...
Um...%26amp; i guess their job content is different from Moles...who work underground.
What the F*** will the Iranians come up with next, A s s holes. pmsl
Squirrels which one is native to north America black or grey and what about colour perception.?
There are many squirrels native to North America. It depends upon where you live. The eastern grey squirrel can be black as can the red squirrel. Never saw a black fox squirrel though. I did see some black Abert's squirrels that looked as big as a cat to me.
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Squirrels world wide 365 species.
http://www.squirrels.org/names.htmlSquirrels which one is native to north America black or grey and what about colour perception.?
Squirrels have various color phases, some populations have a dominance of one color phase, but they are all the same species. The common name is eastern gray squirrel, the scientific name is Sciurus carolinensis, many people drop the eastern part of the common name. They have been native to North America for 37 million years.
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I don't understand what you mean by color perception. You mean the color phases or the animals vision.Squirrels which one is native to north America black or grey and what about colour perception.?
They do perceive color.
http://www.mnh.si.edu/mna/image_info.cfm鈥?/a>
Squirrels world wide 365 species.
http://www.squirrels.org/names.htmlSquirrels which one is native to north America black or grey and what about colour perception.?
Squirrels have various color phases, some populations have a dominance of one color phase, but they are all the same species. The common name is eastern gray squirrel, the scientific name is Sciurus carolinensis, many people drop the eastern part of the common name. They have been native to North America for 37 million years.
http://www.ksr.ku.edu/libres/Mammals_of_鈥?/a>
I don't understand what you mean by color perception. You mean the color phases or the animals vision.Squirrels which one is native to north America black or grey and what about colour perception.?
They do perceive color.
Can red squirrels mate with grey ones?
American red squirrels and Eurasian red squirrels (such as those found in the UK) are differerent species to the American eastern grey squirrels, and therefore would certainly not mate naturally and if forced to mate, the offspring would be sterile, if produced at all.
The reds are not dying out in the UK do to direct attacks from the greys; rather they are out-competed for resources and they are very susceptible to a virus carried by the greys called parapoxvirus.
Red squirrels do seem to be stabilising in some areas of the UK now, as deep within forestry evergreen plantations conditions are much less suitable for greys and the reds can remain relatively undisturbed.Can red squirrels mate with grey ones?
No red squirrels like to be wooed with flowers kenny Gee and long romantic walks where grey squirels are more your wham bam thank you mam ,they don't even hang out in the same barsCan red squirrels mate with grey ones?
ye ovbiously its like sayin can a man mate with a different woman with a different hair colour or skin
That's where all the taupe squirrels come from.
same has humans
I don't know for sure, but if they really are separate species, they can try all they want and there will be no viable offspring. Or the offspring will be infertile, like donkey + horse = mule. Mules are infertile.
I doubt it..there would probably be some rivalry between the classes. I saw one today in a field of wild rabbits which had all colours.
No no no no no red squirrels are dying out because grey ones are eating them! need I say more?
No this would only happen in extreme cases as the Red Squirrel(Sciurus vulgaris)and the Grey Squirrel(Sciuris carolinensis) don't like each other.?The grey would only have Murder in mind.!
No, the grey ones kill the red ones.
Why hot the only difference is colour.
I guess so .... it just depends on the dominant gene which colour the babies turn up as .... if they had babies.
yes they can thats why the red squirrel is dying out because the american grey squirrel are doing them to death
they should be able to mate because they are not a different species they are different types of the same animal - their chromosomes should be similar enough to make a healthy embryo.
yes, their chromosomes are of the same #
it's as possible as diff. dog and cat breedscosmetics
The reds are not dying out in the UK do to direct attacks from the greys; rather they are out-competed for resources and they are very susceptible to a virus carried by the greys called parapoxvirus.
Red squirrels do seem to be stabilising in some areas of the UK now, as deep within forestry evergreen plantations conditions are much less suitable for greys and the reds can remain relatively undisturbed.Can red squirrels mate with grey ones?
No red squirrels like to be wooed with flowers kenny Gee and long romantic walks where grey squirels are more your wham bam thank you mam ,they don't even hang out in the same barsCan red squirrels mate with grey ones?
ye ovbiously its like sayin can a man mate with a different woman with a different hair colour or skin
That's where all the taupe squirrels come from.
same has humans
I don't know for sure, but if they really are separate species, they can try all they want and there will be no viable offspring. Or the offspring will be infertile, like donkey + horse = mule. Mules are infertile.
I doubt it..there would probably be some rivalry between the classes. I saw one today in a field of wild rabbits which had all colours.
No no no no no red squirrels are dying out because grey ones are eating them! need I say more?
No this would only happen in extreme cases as the Red Squirrel(Sciurus vulgaris)and the Grey Squirrel(Sciuris carolinensis) don't like each other.?The grey would only have Murder in mind.!
No, the grey ones kill the red ones.
Why hot the only difference is colour.
I guess so .... it just depends on the dominant gene which colour the babies turn up as .... if they had babies.
yes they can thats why the red squirrel is dying out because the american grey squirrel are doing them to death
they should be able to mate because they are not a different species they are different types of the same animal - their chromosomes should be similar enough to make a healthy embryo.
yes, their chromosomes are of the same #
it's as possible as diff. dog and cat breeds
Are you allowed to kill Grey Squirrels?
My kids love to watch a Grey Squirrel come into our garden each morning but this morning I was horrified when I opened the bedroom curtains. The neighbour had caught the squirrel in a cage in their garden and now it has gone once their gardener has been, he didn't carry it out with him so I'm assuming he has killed it! Feel horrible.....i could have gone and asked them if I could take it to a park and set it free...my kids loved to watch it climb our tree. Are you allowed to just kill them in the UK?Are you allowed to kill Grey Squirrels?
Assuming you live in the UK you are allowed to humanely kill grey squirrels. It is actually illegal to release them as they are vermin. (Wildlife %26amp; Countryside Act 1994).Are you allowed to kill Grey Squirrels?
OK You said that you assumed they killed it.聽聽 It may be that they were trying to catch something else and the squirrel just happened to get caught.聽聽 The gardener could have just let it go.聽聽 The squirrel would have been traumatized, so it probably ran to it's nest for a while.聽聽 Just a thought.聽聽 Keep it on the bright side for your children.聽聽 Either way, you and the kids will see more squirrels.聽聽 You can put out some bird seed to encourage more to come to your yard.聽聽 But the answer to your question is yes, Grey Squirrels can be killed legally.聽聽
if the gardener knows the law then the squirrel will have met his maker i am afraid-it is illegal to release a squirrel into the wild once caught.
i work in pest control and i have seen 拢000's worth of damage done to lofts etc due to squirrel activity.
and for all their cuteness they can be vicious if cornered.
i am paid to cull them-a job i have no sorrow in carrying out because they are a bloody nuisance.
yes but if he found food water and shelter in your area then more will be around. let you neighbors know you saw it and that you take issue with it and if it happens again that you would be willing to take it to the park for release. They can be pests for some people's landscapes, your neighbors should plant some squirrel resistant plants, there are lots out there.
You are allowed to kill them, and if the neighbour had released it, then he would have been breaking the law. They are vermin and it is illegal to release them once caught.
These nasty rats with furry tails may be (and should be) slaughtered at every opportunity.
I normally stew them for about three hours, allow to cool and remove all the bones. The remaining meat makes the basis of a tasty stew.
Im not sure, but either way its cruelty, I say contact the RSPCA and ask for their expert opinions, and if they say it is illegal to kill the squirrels, give them the address and details of your neighbour!
Grey ones yes, there are getting too many of them and have taken over the Red ones habitats, There Garden rats and they steal nuts off my tree, i say kill the little feckers
Yes they are classified as vermen, it is nasty and the law needs to change
for what reason would he do this, what an evil person and how cruel of this person
only if you do it nicely. They are rodents. Haven't you asked this before?
Yes
yep.
I wouldn't have thought so. I just assumed that you'd need a licence as an exterminator or something. I reckon the advice to contact the RSPCA is a good one though.
nope report them to rspca
Assuming you live in the UK you are allowed to humanely kill grey squirrels. It is actually illegal to release them as they are vermin. (Wildlife %26amp; Countryside Act 1994).Are you allowed to kill Grey Squirrels?
OK You said that you assumed they killed it.聽聽 It may be that they were trying to catch something else and the squirrel just happened to get caught.聽聽 The gardener could have just let it go.聽聽 The squirrel would have been traumatized, so it probably ran to it's nest for a while.聽聽 Just a thought.聽聽 Keep it on the bright side for your children.聽聽 Either way, you and the kids will see more squirrels.聽聽 You can put out some bird seed to encourage more to come to your yard.聽聽 But the answer to your question is yes, Grey Squirrels can be killed legally.聽聽
if the gardener knows the law then the squirrel will have met his maker i am afraid-it is illegal to release a squirrel into the wild once caught.
i work in pest control and i have seen 拢000's worth of damage done to lofts etc due to squirrel activity.
and for all their cuteness they can be vicious if cornered.
i am paid to cull them-a job i have no sorrow in carrying out because they are a bloody nuisance.
yes but if he found food water and shelter in your area then more will be around. let you neighbors know you saw it and that you take issue with it and if it happens again that you would be willing to take it to the park for release. They can be pests for some people's landscapes, your neighbors should plant some squirrel resistant plants, there are lots out there.
You are allowed to kill them, and if the neighbour had released it, then he would have been breaking the law. They are vermin and it is illegal to release them once caught.
These nasty rats with furry tails may be (and should be) slaughtered at every opportunity.
I normally stew them for about three hours, allow to cool and remove all the bones. The remaining meat makes the basis of a tasty stew.
Im not sure, but either way its cruelty, I say contact the RSPCA and ask for their expert opinions, and if they say it is illegal to kill the squirrels, give them the address and details of your neighbour!
Grey ones yes, there are getting too many of them and have taken over the Red ones habitats, There Garden rats and they steal nuts off my tree, i say kill the little feckers
Yes they are classified as vermen, it is nasty and the law needs to change
for what reason would he do this, what an evil person and how cruel of this person
only if you do it nicely. They are rodents. Haven't you asked this before?
Yes
yep.
I wouldn't have thought so. I just assumed that you'd need a licence as an exterminator or something. I reckon the advice to contact the RSPCA is a good one though.
nope report them to rspca
Tell me about gray grey squirrels about their litters/babies and nest?
Tell me all you know on the gray squirrel I am in the midwest. It's a gray color not red. We have a nest on our backyard tree, they always come back to it each year, that or it's different squirrels I don't know much about them. Please don't tell me they're annucense, we only have these 2 in our backyard.
They built their new nest about a week ago.
There are 2 squirrels.
Can you tell me about when they have their babies, how long the babies stay in the nest and more information.
I saw the babies last year when they were pretty small.
Thanks allTell me about gray grey squirrels about their litters/babies and nest?
Gray Squirrels, Red Fox Squirrels %26amp; Black Squirrels are all the same! Just different color phases! They will %26amp; do interbreed. The small red squirrels in the midwest are different species than their larger cousins.
The nest is just a woven mass of leaves %26amp; twigs and is only used 1 season.
If you are in the Midwest the squirrels are probably breeding now- early April. The pups are born about 5 weeks after breeding.
More than 1 litter a year is common.
Mom raises the kids with no help from Dad.
Pups should be out of the nest within 30 to 40 days. Watch %26amp; you'll see Mom teaching them what to forage for.
If you want to feed these squirrels- peanuts, cob corn, popcorn, sunflower seeds are good choices. If your area doesn't have water available for them close by a pan of water (birdbath) is good.
Squirrels do not hibernate, but only go into a semi-hibernation state. Even in the middle of winter they are out on nice days.
They will store food for winter use! Acorns are a favorite. Pinecones also- they shred cones to get at the pine nuts inside.
Their major predators are cats, hawks, %26amp; owls.Tell me about gray grey squirrels about their litters/babies and nest?
Here is a good website that I visit with my youngest child from time to time:
http://www.squirrels.org/
They built their new nest about a week ago.
There are 2 squirrels.
Can you tell me about when they have their babies, how long the babies stay in the nest and more information.
I saw the babies last year when they were pretty small.
Thanks allTell me about gray grey squirrels about their litters/babies and nest?
Gray Squirrels, Red Fox Squirrels %26amp; Black Squirrels are all the same! Just different color phases! They will %26amp; do interbreed. The small red squirrels in the midwest are different species than their larger cousins.
The nest is just a woven mass of leaves %26amp; twigs and is only used 1 season.
If you are in the Midwest the squirrels are probably breeding now- early April. The pups are born about 5 weeks after breeding.
More than 1 litter a year is common.
Mom raises the kids with no help from Dad.
Pups should be out of the nest within 30 to 40 days. Watch %26amp; you'll see Mom teaching them what to forage for.
If you want to feed these squirrels- peanuts, cob corn, popcorn, sunflower seeds are good choices. If your area doesn't have water available for them close by a pan of water (birdbath) is good.
Squirrels do not hibernate, but only go into a semi-hibernation state. Even in the middle of winter they are out on nice days.
They will store food for winter use! Acorns are a favorite. Pinecones also- they shred cones to get at the pine nuts inside.
Their major predators are cats, hawks, %26amp; owls.Tell me about gray grey squirrels about their litters/babies and nest?
Here is a good website that I visit with my youngest child from time to time:
http://www.squirrels.org/
Any understanding for red squirrels dying out because of immigrant grey squirrels?
http://uk.images.search.yahoo.com/images鈥?/a>Any understanding for red squirrels dying out because of immigrant grey squirrels?
Almost 12,000 grey squirrels have been killed in Northumberland in an effort to save the red squirrel.
New figures reveal that two-thirds of the county's grey population, which spread a lethal pox virus, have been culled with government backing.
UK native red squirrels are dying out because they cannot compete against the larger grey populations.
The RSPCA said it ';questioned'; long-term culling and hoped the animals had been killed humanely.
The Red Squirrel Protection Partnership (RSPP), funded by environment department Defra, carried out the cull and targeted grey populations from the Scottish Borders to the River Tyne.
In just over a year, 11,615 have been culled using ';humane pest control';, according to the group's chairman, Liberal Democrat peer Lord Redesdale.
There are two methods of culling - poisoning with warfarin or shooting the animals after being lured into traps with hazel nuts.
Some people believe it is impossible to control the spread of grey squirrels, but we have proved it can be done, and reasonably cheaply
Lord Redesdale
Lord Redesdale said: ';Once we're tipped off about the greys, we move in and set traps which are instantly effective.
';We can clear an area in matter of days, using staff specially trained in humane methods.
';Some people believe it is impossible to control the spread of grey squirrels, but we have proved it can be done, and reasonably cheaply.';
Greys were introduced from North America in the 19th Century and have led to a reduction in reds because of their higher breeding rates.
There are estimated to be only 140,000 red squirrels left in Britain, with over 2.5m greys.
According to the RSPP, red and grey squirrels cannot live alongside each other, because reds cannot compete for food against the larger and more powerful greys.
Strip bark
Since 1930, it has been illegal in the UK to release a grey squirrel after it has been trapped, and it must be humanely killed.
The reds have a strong-hold in Kielder Forest, but the RSPP predicts they will be extinct in Northumberland within 10 years.
Grey squirrels are also considered a threat to woodland because they strip bark from trees.
A spokeswoman for the RSPCA said: ';We questions whether culling is a long-term solution to this problem.
';But if the scheme is in coalition with Defra we would hope and expect that animal welfare is a priority and everything is being done under licence and is within the law.';
The RSPP, which received 拢148,000 funding, is alerted to grey colonies by landowners or members of the public.
The RSPP now plans to move on into County Durham.Any understanding for red squirrels dying out because of immigrant grey squirrels?
Grey squirrels are larger than red squirrels. they eat more and breed more prolifically. If they get into a 'red' area they force the reds out by eating all the food and taking over.
I have heard about this and I think it is true.
Red/brown squirrels are usually not as flexible in food choices as grey squirrels. I think they pretty much depend on pine nuts or nuts in general like hazelnuts or walnuts.
Whereas I saw grey squirrels eat nuts of different variety and peanuts, berries, birdhouse seeds, dog food, flowers, mushrooms etc, (even a bag of potato chips in a zoo). They just have more food choices and therefore more chances and places to live.
Also I have heard that grey squirrels are more aggressive and have more offspring than other ones.
Total understanding, why wouldn't I? I am 62 years old and have watched what is happening to this country for a long time now.
I don't know anything about it but from what I learned in biology, maybe grey is dominant over red so when the grey mate with the red, it results in grey offspring
Threats
The main threats to the survival of the reds are the increasing number of grey squirrels, disease (squirrel poxvirus) and road traffic. Greys can feed more efficiently in broadleaved woodlands and can survive at densities of up to 8 per hectare. The density of reds is up to 1 per hectare in broadleaved woodland but can be as low as 0.1 per hectare in coniferous woodland.
The main predators of red squirrels are birds of prey, such as goshawks and pine marten. In some urban areas, such as in Jersey, domestic cats are also a threat when squirrels go into gardens to feed.
Almost 12,000 grey squirrels have been killed in Northumberland in an effort to save the red squirrel.
New figures reveal that two-thirds of the county's grey population, which spread a lethal pox virus, have been culled with government backing.
UK native red squirrels are dying out because they cannot compete against the larger grey populations.
The RSPCA said it ';questioned'; long-term culling and hoped the animals had been killed humanely.
The Red Squirrel Protection Partnership (RSPP), funded by environment department Defra, carried out the cull and targeted grey populations from the Scottish Borders to the River Tyne.
In just over a year, 11,615 have been culled using ';humane pest control';, according to the group's chairman, Liberal Democrat peer Lord Redesdale.
There are two methods of culling - poisoning with warfarin or shooting the animals after being lured into traps with hazel nuts.
Some people believe it is impossible to control the spread of grey squirrels, but we have proved it can be done, and reasonably cheaply
Lord Redesdale
Lord Redesdale said: ';Once we're tipped off about the greys, we move in and set traps which are instantly effective.
';We can clear an area in matter of days, using staff specially trained in humane methods.
';Some people believe it is impossible to control the spread of grey squirrels, but we have proved it can be done, and reasonably cheaply.';
Greys were introduced from North America in the 19th Century and have led to a reduction in reds because of their higher breeding rates.
There are estimated to be only 140,000 red squirrels left in Britain, with over 2.5m greys.
According to the RSPP, red and grey squirrels cannot live alongside each other, because reds cannot compete for food against the larger and more powerful greys.
Strip bark
Since 1930, it has been illegal in the UK to release a grey squirrel after it has been trapped, and it must be humanely killed.
The reds have a strong-hold in Kielder Forest, but the RSPP predicts they will be extinct in Northumberland within 10 years.
Grey squirrels are also considered a threat to woodland because they strip bark from trees.
A spokeswoman for the RSPCA said: ';We questions whether culling is a long-term solution to this problem.
';But if the scheme is in coalition with Defra we would hope and expect that animal welfare is a priority and everything is being done under licence and is within the law.';
The RSPP, which received 拢148,000 funding, is alerted to grey colonies by landowners or members of the public.
The RSPP now plans to move on into County Durham.Any understanding for red squirrels dying out because of immigrant grey squirrels?
Grey squirrels are larger than red squirrels. they eat more and breed more prolifically. If they get into a 'red' area they force the reds out by eating all the food and taking over.
I have heard about this and I think it is true.
Red/brown squirrels are usually not as flexible in food choices as grey squirrels. I think they pretty much depend on pine nuts or nuts in general like hazelnuts or walnuts.
Whereas I saw grey squirrels eat nuts of different variety and peanuts, berries, birdhouse seeds, dog food, flowers, mushrooms etc, (even a bag of potato chips in a zoo). They just have more food choices and therefore more chances and places to live.
Also I have heard that grey squirrels are more aggressive and have more offspring than other ones.
Total understanding, why wouldn't I? I am 62 years old and have watched what is happening to this country for a long time now.
I don't know anything about it but from what I learned in biology, maybe grey is dominant over red so when the grey mate with the red, it results in grey offspring
Threats
The main threats to the survival of the reds are the increasing number of grey squirrels, disease (squirrel poxvirus) and road traffic. Greys can feed more efficiently in broadleaved woodlands and can survive at densities of up to 8 per hectare. The density of reds is up to 1 per hectare in broadleaved woodland but can be as low as 0.1 per hectare in coniferous woodland.
The main predators of red squirrels are birds of prey, such as goshawks and pine marten. In some urban areas, such as in Jersey, domestic cats are also a threat when squirrels go into gardens to feed.
I see that grey squirrels & wild pigeons are now classified as pests, so would you shoot & eat one ?
Hi,
Sorry to animal lovers, I do not wish to offend, but.
We have non-native greys digging up non-existant items, so I shot a couple for food.
Also a pigeon or three.
Well, the family loved the home-made pies %26amp; casseroles.
But I still feel a bit guilty about taking out critters for food.
I am no veggy, %26amp; beleive in nutrition from animals.
Heck, A Lion would not bother about eating me.
Any thoughts ?
My Uncle arrived about 45 odd Christmas's ago with a swan in his motorbike %26amp; sidecar.
Illegal, and it wouldn't fit in the oven
BobI see that grey squirrels %26amp; wild pigeons are now classified as pests, so would you shoot %26amp; eat one ?
great fun!! i used to shoot all the time with a high powered logun s-16 pre charged air rifle, but had to sell it because i moved to spain and didn't know the shooting laws. i used to eat pigeons all the time and rabbits. GOOD EATING!!! i have never tryed a squirrel before but i would love to! i have shot and killed a fox before with the same gun one shot between the eyes!! i couldnt beleive a 2.2 pellit would kill a fully grown fox but it didI see that grey squirrels %26amp; wild pigeons are now classified as pests, so would you shoot %26amp; eat one ?
As long as it is done humanely and with a licenced weapon it is not a problem at all, they are vermin. It needs to be wood pigeon as they eat better food like farmers crops, (that is why they are classed as a pest). The sort of pigeon you see in Trafalgar Square eat any old rubbish.
The grey squirrel is also classed as vermin as they too destroy crops and the nests of ground nesting birds. The do-gooders who rescue injured ones and release them back into the wild are breaking the law.
';Heck, A Lion would not bother about eating me.'; Yeah, but the lion would die if it stopped eating meat. You wouldn't.
I think it's better to kill an animal for food than buy it in a shop.
Because the animal you kill will have had a life thats natural to it, whearas the shop one will have spent it's entire life in a factory farm.
So technically, hunting is more ethical.
Obv. it would be even more ethical to go veggie but Im not gonna start preaching at you :D
Pests are called pests because they are full of parasites.
If they weren't getting in the way of your way of life, I don't see the point in shooting them. Imagine if someone shot you just because they labeled you a pest. Labels are tricky like that.
If you aren't starving, don't go out of your way to kill other living creatures.
I think humans are pests. =)
Anyway, when do you ever think in your life where you would encounter a wild lion. It's not very likely is it. Lions don't hunt unless they have a very good reason. They never hunt unless they're hungry. Even then, there are ways to protect yourself from an attack.
Did you know humans are the only animals that hunt when they are not hungry. Shows you how stupid we are. Haha
They're called pests because they're dirty, why would you eat a dirty animal!!?? Pigeons, rats and other vermin are full of parasites, so enjoy.
They taste rubbish.
And you have a small oven.
Get an Aga.
Oh, and a life.
They were classed as pests,when I was shooting in the 70s.
Don't like the taste of either!
I would and I do.
I'd eat pigeon, but not squirrel.
Any thoughts on what? Trolling? Try eating wild troll..it's delicious
Nice. What did you shoot them with?
';Heck, A Lion would not bother about eating me.';
This is a typical meat-eaters view. It is wrong. Lions will die if they do not eat meat, they simply cannot survive on plants...whereas we can.
Have you ever met a vegetarian? And were they alive? Well that is your answer.
Every human has the choice, either way we will live, but we can either live a guilt-free life, free from murder, or we can slaughter our voiceless friends simply for our own pleasure. Yes, eating meat is a pleasure, we don't need it.
Act now.
It's your choice, do whichever but only you know what it right and what is wrong.
Lillie
squirrels and pigeons always have been classified as vermin, the former had a bounty placed on it after the war by the government which stood for many years, and it is illegal to raise them in captivity, the french colet dove made such a nuisance of itself it went from highly protected to vermin in a 20 year period.
its illegal to discharge a firearm on xmas day, you can also buy oven-ready pheasants on a tray for 拢2.50, much tastier and you don't have to prepare them.
add
the main damage caused by squirrels is bark stripping and shoot damage which kills trees and stunts growth, also if you're putting down 50 ton of grain in six months to feed pheasants, squirrels eat a significent part of this.
Sorry to animal lovers, I do not wish to offend, but.
We have non-native greys digging up non-existant items, so I shot a couple for food.
Also a pigeon or three.
Well, the family loved the home-made pies %26amp; casseroles.
But I still feel a bit guilty about taking out critters for food.
I am no veggy, %26amp; beleive in nutrition from animals.
Heck, A Lion would not bother about eating me.
Any thoughts ?
My Uncle arrived about 45 odd Christmas's ago with a swan in his motorbike %26amp; sidecar.
Illegal, and it wouldn't fit in the oven
BobI see that grey squirrels %26amp; wild pigeons are now classified as pests, so would you shoot %26amp; eat one ?
great fun!! i used to shoot all the time with a high powered logun s-16 pre charged air rifle, but had to sell it because i moved to spain and didn't know the shooting laws. i used to eat pigeons all the time and rabbits. GOOD EATING!!! i have never tryed a squirrel before but i would love to! i have shot and killed a fox before with the same gun one shot between the eyes!! i couldnt beleive a 2.2 pellit would kill a fully grown fox but it didI see that grey squirrels %26amp; wild pigeons are now classified as pests, so would you shoot %26amp; eat one ?
As long as it is done humanely and with a licenced weapon it is not a problem at all, they are vermin. It needs to be wood pigeon as they eat better food like farmers crops, (that is why they are classed as a pest). The sort of pigeon you see in Trafalgar Square eat any old rubbish.
The grey squirrel is also classed as vermin as they too destroy crops and the nests of ground nesting birds. The do-gooders who rescue injured ones and release them back into the wild are breaking the law.
';Heck, A Lion would not bother about eating me.'; Yeah, but the lion would die if it stopped eating meat. You wouldn't.
I think it's better to kill an animal for food than buy it in a shop.
Because the animal you kill will have had a life thats natural to it, whearas the shop one will have spent it's entire life in a factory farm.
So technically, hunting is more ethical.
Obv. it would be even more ethical to go veggie but Im not gonna start preaching at you :D
Pests are called pests because they are full of parasites.
If they weren't getting in the way of your way of life, I don't see the point in shooting them. Imagine if someone shot you just because they labeled you a pest. Labels are tricky like that.
If you aren't starving, don't go out of your way to kill other living creatures.
I think humans are pests. =)
Anyway, when do you ever think in your life where you would encounter a wild lion. It's not very likely is it. Lions don't hunt unless they have a very good reason. They never hunt unless they're hungry. Even then, there are ways to protect yourself from an attack.
Did you know humans are the only animals that hunt when they are not hungry. Shows you how stupid we are. Haha
They're called pests because they're dirty, why would you eat a dirty animal!!?? Pigeons, rats and other vermin are full of parasites, so enjoy.
They taste rubbish.
And you have a small oven.
Get an Aga.
Oh, and a life.
They were classed as pests,when I was shooting in the 70s.
Don't like the taste of either!
I would and I do.
I'd eat pigeon, but not squirrel.
Any thoughts on what? Trolling? Try eating wild troll..it's delicious
Nice. What did you shoot them with?
';Heck, A Lion would not bother about eating me.';
This is a typical meat-eaters view. It is wrong. Lions will die if they do not eat meat, they simply cannot survive on plants...whereas we can.
Have you ever met a vegetarian? And were they alive? Well that is your answer.
Every human has the choice, either way we will live, but we can either live a guilt-free life, free from murder, or we can slaughter our voiceless friends simply for our own pleasure. Yes, eating meat is a pleasure, we don't need it.
Act now.
It's your choice, do whichever but only you know what it right and what is wrong.
Lillie
squirrels and pigeons always have been classified as vermin, the former had a bounty placed on it after the war by the government which stood for many years, and it is illegal to raise them in captivity, the french colet dove made such a nuisance of itself it went from highly protected to vermin in a 20 year period.
its illegal to discharge a firearm on xmas day, you can also buy oven-ready pheasants on a tray for 拢2.50, much tastier and you don't have to prepare them.
add
the main damage caused by squirrels is bark stripping and shoot damage which kills trees and stunts growth, also if you're putting down 50 ton of grain in six months to feed pheasants, squirrels eat a significent part of this.
Imported & flourishing grey squirrels, what to do ?
Hi,
I speak of the greys, that have now been classed as vermin.
I wish no harm to any Animal, but this has somewhat got out of control
Our native red %26amp; black squirrels are diminishing, through disease and lack of habitat.
I have huge and many holes in the lawn, so do parks and bowling greens etc.
I am told that we are now not only permitted, but advised to cull them back a bit.
Trouble is, my young nieces were around the other day, and two appeared, digging holes in the lawn.
I went for the air-rifle, as I am fed up with them, so they shouted ';go away, Uncle Bob will shoot you';
Because they are cute-looking
Cute or not, surely we have to take some action
Rabbits in Australia for example
Any notions ?
BobImported %26amp; flourishing grey squirrels, what to do ?
Get Jamie Oliver to do some recipe ideas using grey squirrels, problem solved.
';The ultimate ethical meal: a grey squirrelI
It tastes sweet, like a cross between lamb and duck. And it's selling as fast as butchers can get it';Imported %26amp; flourishing grey squirrels, what to do ?
Grey squirrels also carry a disease fatal to our native red squirrel. In large numbers they are deadly to trees taking of bark and young buds before they can bloom and thus seed. They are classed as vermin or (tree rats) because that is what they are and most air rifle hunters will take time to take them out. Most forestry officers set traps to control their numbers.
My grandpa used to trap them and eat them.
I tasted it one time. It's not very good. Tastes like bad chicken.
But they are pretty harmless. They are everywhere in my city and they really don't do much damage. Even those holes they dig are small enough that they don't damage your lawn. But if you want to keep a bowling green in good condition, you're going to have to get a good fence.
A humane squirrel trap, check the trap making sure its not a red (doubtful) or a shrew vole or similar,if they are release them. rat mouse or grey squirrel you can snap their necks. These boys will be able to advise you better
http://www.rspp.org.uk/
Why do you want to kill poor little squirrels!!!??
I speak of the greys, that have now been classed as vermin.
I wish no harm to any Animal, but this has somewhat got out of control
Our native red %26amp; black squirrels are diminishing, through disease and lack of habitat.
I have huge and many holes in the lawn, so do parks and bowling greens etc.
I am told that we are now not only permitted, but advised to cull them back a bit.
Trouble is, my young nieces were around the other day, and two appeared, digging holes in the lawn.
I went for the air-rifle, as I am fed up with them, so they shouted ';go away, Uncle Bob will shoot you';
Because they are cute-looking
Cute or not, surely we have to take some action
Rabbits in Australia for example
Any notions ?
BobImported %26amp; flourishing grey squirrels, what to do ?
Get Jamie Oliver to do some recipe ideas using grey squirrels, problem solved.
';The ultimate ethical meal: a grey squirrelI
It tastes sweet, like a cross between lamb and duck. And it's selling as fast as butchers can get it';Imported %26amp; flourishing grey squirrels, what to do ?
Grey squirrels also carry a disease fatal to our native red squirrel. In large numbers they are deadly to trees taking of bark and young buds before they can bloom and thus seed. They are classed as vermin or (tree rats) because that is what they are and most air rifle hunters will take time to take them out. Most forestry officers set traps to control their numbers.
My grandpa used to trap them and eat them.
I tasted it one time. It's not very good. Tastes like bad chicken.
But they are pretty harmless. They are everywhere in my city and they really don't do much damage. Even those holes they dig are small enough that they don't damage your lawn. But if you want to keep a bowling green in good condition, you're going to have to get a good fence.
A humane squirrel trap, check the trap making sure its not a red (doubtful) or a shrew vole or similar,if they are release them. rat mouse or grey squirrel you can snap their necks. These boys will be able to advise you better
http://www.rspp.org.uk/
Why do you want to kill poor little squirrels!!!??
Should there be a cull of Grey Squirrels in the UK, Yeh or Ney?
Ney, the grey is at sustainable levels at present, it was originally believed that greys were driving out our indigenous red populations, however reds favour different habitat to greys and the competition is minimal. Culling is in some minds a form of conservation, but this approach has a temporary impact, we should not however be fool hardy and introduce alien species from one place to another, it can cause many problems!Should there be a cull of Grey Squirrels in the UK, Yeh or Ney?
It's a waste of time. All you can do is reduce the population. Unless you wipe them out completely, their populations will build up again, rather quickly. Blame yourselves for destroying the red squirrels' habitat, replacing it with habitat that favors the grey.Should there be a cull of Grey Squirrels in the UK, Yeh or Ney?
Don't you mean should the cull stop?
http://www.greysquirrelcontrol.co.uk/ind鈥?/a>
http://www.redsquirrels.info/greys.html
http://www.rspp.org.uk/index.html
I want to keep our little red ones, I'm British.
I'm saying Ney P but I wouldn't mind getting rid of the 2 pesky feckers who live in the tree at the bottom of my garden who terrorise my cat and nick all the food I leave out for the birds !!!
yes they are not native to Britain. they are killing the native red squirrels. i live in scotland we watch out for these illegal vermin and then niolate then.
Grey squirrels are tree rats. vermin, and very destructive. The only life they know is that of destruction.
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They don't particularly bother me, but I know that they ought not be here and they are killing the red squirrels... but then again, does it matter?
Yeh, bloody immigrants!
No Why do you want to kill these animals? Let Nature look after itself
NO. There should be a cull of the british for the exact same
reasons as in Colin why's answer !
So long as they're not throwing bombs on the British squirrels....NEY.
Neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeey P!!
NEY.
Ney - they might get you first !
Ney
Ney
yescosmetics
It's a waste of time. All you can do is reduce the population. Unless you wipe them out completely, their populations will build up again, rather quickly. Blame yourselves for destroying the red squirrels' habitat, replacing it with habitat that favors the grey.Should there be a cull of Grey Squirrels in the UK, Yeh or Ney?
Don't you mean should the cull stop?
http://www.greysquirrelcontrol.co.uk/ind鈥?/a>
http://www.redsquirrels.info/greys.html
http://www.rspp.org.uk/index.html
I want to keep our little red ones, I'm British.
I'm saying Ney P but I wouldn't mind getting rid of the 2 pesky feckers who live in the tree at the bottom of my garden who terrorise my cat and nick all the food I leave out for the birds !!!
yes they are not native to Britain. they are killing the native red squirrels. i live in scotland we watch out for these illegal vermin and then niolate then.
Grey squirrels are tree rats. vermin, and very destructive. The only life they know is that of destruction.
.
They don't particularly bother me, but I know that they ought not be here and they are killing the red squirrels... but then again, does it matter?
Yeh, bloody immigrants!
No Why do you want to kill these animals? Let Nature look after itself
NO. There should be a cull of the british for the exact same
reasons as in Colin why's answer !
So long as they're not throwing bombs on the British squirrels....NEY.
Neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeey P!!
NEY.
Ney - they might get you first !
Ney
Ney
yes
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Any nuisance grey squirrels about ?
Hi,
Cute as they seem, My Mother is fed up with holes in the lawn etc, So I polished up the air-rifle and shot a few of the beggers,
which is legal, as they are classed as vermin.
I like all critters, and it shames me to kill some, but we have native black squirrels about, who are not doing well.
I am far from a Buddhist, in not stepping on an ant, but do you reckon that I will be forgiven for making a squirrel pie ?
BobAny nuisance grey squirrels about ?
OH i am about in the same place....i have heard that there are some pellets the squirrels will eat and go off and . . .not come back. I was told they sell it at Southern States...I am going to check it out as soon as i submit this to you. keep me posted - i will let you know what i find out!Any nuisance grey squirrels about ?
i have heard that fried squirrel brains are an Appalachian delicacy...being a city girl, i will just take your word...see i would just contract the hits !! : )
i reckon its going to be a bit tough, so maybe a casserole would be better. i did hear one recipe fro squirrel stuffed with hazelnuts, which appealed to me because thats what i have round here in autumn little beggars.
more recipes;
http://www.backwoodsbound.com/zsquir.htm鈥?/a>
There is much said about the lack of red squirrels, and their demise because of the grey ones. To help things out, I have been painting the grey ones red. They are in grey primer after all.
They are just rats with bushy tails, keep up the good work.
I'm sorry, I love the gray squirrel, shoot me.
Black squirrels?
try some puff pastry with the pie top and an ale gravy yum yum tasty little critterscosmetics
Cute as they seem, My Mother is fed up with holes in the lawn etc, So I polished up the air-rifle and shot a few of the beggers,
which is legal, as they are classed as vermin.
I like all critters, and it shames me to kill some, but we have native black squirrels about, who are not doing well.
I am far from a Buddhist, in not stepping on an ant, but do you reckon that I will be forgiven for making a squirrel pie ?
BobAny nuisance grey squirrels about ?
OH i am about in the same place....i have heard that there are some pellets the squirrels will eat and go off and . . .not come back. I was told they sell it at Southern States...I am going to check it out as soon as i submit this to you. keep me posted - i will let you know what i find out!Any nuisance grey squirrels about ?
i have heard that fried squirrel brains are an Appalachian delicacy...being a city girl, i will just take your word...see i would just contract the hits !! : )
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i reckon its going to be a bit tough, so maybe a casserole would be better. i did hear one recipe fro squirrel stuffed with hazelnuts, which appealed to me because thats what i have round here in autumn little beggars.
more recipes;
http://www.backwoodsbound.com/zsquir.htm鈥?/a>
There is much said about the lack of red squirrels, and their demise because of the grey ones. To help things out, I have been painting the grey ones red. They are in grey primer after all.
They are just rats with bushy tails, keep up the good work.
I'm sorry, I love the gray squirrel, shoot me.
Black squirrels?
try some puff pastry with the pie top and an ale gravy yum yum tasty little critters
Can black or grey wild squirrels mate and produce offspring with hampsters? maybe cavies??
are the genetics the same ? i saw a cat and a rabbit have a (cabbit).....there was a picture in our newspaper of a cat that gave birth to 3 kittens and 3 puppys! ';boweowwwCan black or grey wild squirrels mate and produce offspring with hampsters? maybe cavies??
zebras and horses are closely related. female Llamas and males camels can breed (not the other way around though) and produce a hybrid. A cat and a rabbit and a cat and a dog can mate, but can not have viable offspring. You may be thinking of the breed of cat that has extra short front legs- which makes them hop like a rabbit- I think the breed started in Canada. It is basically an outcropping from making the munchkin breed
Black and gray squirrels are the same species- black is a melanistic phase and dominant over grey- but (to put it simply)grey squirrels don't see the black or blonde squirrels as attractive, so it keeps the black or blonde population of gray squirrels down.
For one thing- cavies are not found where grey squirrels are found (they are in mostly S. America) and the genetics are way too different to be able to breed them to a hamster or cavie.Can black or grey wild squirrels mate and produce offspring with hampsters? maybe cavies??
All of these animals have different genetic makeups and number of chromosomes...they are not the same species and would never produce viable offspring. That cabbit has to be a freak of nature due to a birth defect and someone played it up in the news....you've seen old carnivals with malformed people put up for viewing as sideshow freaks...this cabbit must be the same or else a great computer fused photo!!! Sorry.....
No, genetics not only say squirel/hamster hybrids would be impossible, so are cabbits and a cat having puppies. Flat out, right down to it, species don't mix, and subspecies don't mix well.
Rabbits are not feline, so that makes that impossible. Cats are not canine, also impossible. Squirels and hamsters are both rodents, but in the sense as an african lion is in the same category as the house cat I have sleeping on my bed right now. Not only would the squirel kill the hamster, but any mating that took place would bear no fruit. Sorry, your paper runs lies. Are you sure you aren't looking at a tabloid?
no they can't, they are two different species. the cat %26amp; rabbit must have been concieved in a petrie dish.
Yaaaaaaahahahahahahahahaaha
zebras and horses are closely related. female Llamas and males camels can breed (not the other way around though) and produce a hybrid. A cat and a rabbit and a cat and a dog can mate, but can not have viable offspring. You may be thinking of the breed of cat that has extra short front legs- which makes them hop like a rabbit- I think the breed started in Canada. It is basically an outcropping from making the munchkin breed
Black and gray squirrels are the same species- black is a melanistic phase and dominant over grey- but (to put it simply)grey squirrels don't see the black or blonde squirrels as attractive, so it keeps the black or blonde population of gray squirrels down.
For one thing- cavies are not found where grey squirrels are found (they are in mostly S. America) and the genetics are way too different to be able to breed them to a hamster or cavie.Can black or grey wild squirrels mate and produce offspring with hampsters? maybe cavies??
All of these animals have different genetic makeups and number of chromosomes...they are not the same species and would never produce viable offspring. That cabbit has to be a freak of nature due to a birth defect and someone played it up in the news....you've seen old carnivals with malformed people put up for viewing as sideshow freaks...this cabbit must be the same or else a great computer fused photo!!! Sorry.....
No, genetics not only say squirel/hamster hybrids would be impossible, so are cabbits and a cat having puppies. Flat out, right down to it, species don't mix, and subspecies don't mix well.
Rabbits are not feline, so that makes that impossible. Cats are not canine, also impossible. Squirels and hamsters are both rodents, but in the sense as an african lion is in the same category as the house cat I have sleeping on my bed right now. Not only would the squirel kill the hamster, but any mating that took place would bear no fruit. Sorry, your paper runs lies. Are you sure you aren't looking at a tabloid?
no they can't, they are two different species. the cat %26amp; rabbit must have been concieved in a petrie dish.
Yaaaaaaahahahahahahahahaaha
A word of warning, theres been an increase of those american 'grey' squirrels coming over and stealing nuts
So watch yer nuts!A word of warning, theres been an increase of those american 'grey' squirrels coming over and stealing nuts
I can believe it! I just took the dog out and counted about 10 of them in the yard...all of them busy scavenging for nuts on the ground.
My dog volunteered to protect our country from these rodents (as he likes to nearly break my arm trying to pull the leash and attack them.) :)A word of warning, theres been an increase of those american 'grey' squirrels coming over and stealing nuts
Well are the black Canadian squirrels going to fight back? Squirrel wars!
I hope they take away all those religious screw balls first.
You must be a UK red squirrel, fighting to preserve your territory. Here in the USA we have a similar red squirrel, also battling against encroaching grays. In our backyard, we hand feed the reds, who eagerly approach us hoping for a treat. The grays are a destructive nuisance which we avoid feeding. By the way, thanks so much for the black rats, sent over with Hessian mercenaries while we were busy rebelling against that tyrant, George III.
I suggest you wear spandex biking shorts to foil the squirrels. Works every time! A cod piece would do it too. Or you could rub then with habanero peppers (the nuts not the squirrels).
Talk about nuts, will they steal Bush?
Squirrels always seem to have nuts in their mouth! Have you ever noticed this?
I can believe it! I just took the dog out and counted about 10 of them in the yard...all of them busy scavenging for nuts on the ground.
My dog volunteered to protect our country from these rodents (as he likes to nearly break my arm trying to pull the leash and attack them.) :)A word of warning, theres been an increase of those american 'grey' squirrels coming over and stealing nuts
Well are the black Canadian squirrels going to fight back? Squirrel wars!
I hope they take away all those religious screw balls first.
You must be a UK red squirrel, fighting to preserve your territory. Here in the USA we have a similar red squirrel, also battling against encroaching grays. In our backyard, we hand feed the reds, who eagerly approach us hoping for a treat. The grays are a destructive nuisance which we avoid feeding. By the way, thanks so much for the black rats, sent over with Hessian mercenaries while we were busy rebelling against that tyrant, George III.
I suggest you wear spandex biking shorts to foil the squirrels. Works every time! A cod piece would do it too. Or you could rub then with habanero peppers (the nuts not the squirrels).
Talk about nuts, will they steal Bush?
Squirrels always seem to have nuts in their mouth! Have you ever noticed this?
Where is Grey squirrels section?
at squirrels.comWhere is Grey squirrels section?
no where, that's an ad. http://www.kafox.freeserve.co.uk/fluffy/鈥?/a> there ya goWhere is Grey squirrels section?
It's easy enough ... just click on ';Even more squirrel pictures are available here';
Check out greysquirrels.net
no where, that's an ad. http://www.kafox.freeserve.co.uk/fluffy/鈥?/a> there ya goWhere is Grey squirrels section?
It's easy enough ... just click on ';Even more squirrel pictures are available here';
Check out greysquirrels.net
Mating of Eastern Grey Squirrels???
Need information on mating of Eastern Grey squirrels and how they communicate with others.Mating of Eastern Grey Squirrels???
Hi there...here's a information on mating rituals of the Eastern Grey Squirrels:
The Eastern Gray Squirrel is a hardy squirrel that breeds twice a year. They go through an odd little mating ritual, which includes a sprint through the forest after a fierce battle to determine who's top dog among males. Once this has been decided, the female and the top male mate, and babies are born about a month and a half later. The baby squirrels are born in a nest built by the mother, and three months later, are ready to leave the nest and strike out on their own.
Source: http://www.centralpets.com/animals/mamma鈥?/a>
Communication:
Its large tail, fun to observe, provides protection, shade and warmth, and assists with communication and balance. If a squirrel is caught by its tail, the tail can break at the mid-point and allow the squirrel to escape.
Source: http://www.wiltonpreserve.org/column9_03鈥?/a>
Hi there...here's a information on mating rituals of the Eastern Grey Squirrels:
The Eastern Gray Squirrel is a hardy squirrel that breeds twice a year. They go through an odd little mating ritual, which includes a sprint through the forest after a fierce battle to determine who's top dog among males. Once this has been decided, the female and the top male mate, and babies are born about a month and a half later. The baby squirrels are born in a nest built by the mother, and three months later, are ready to leave the nest and strike out on their own.
Source: http://www.centralpets.com/animals/mamma鈥?/a>
Communication:
Its large tail, fun to observe, provides protection, shade and warmth, and assists with communication and balance. If a squirrel is caught by its tail, the tail can break at the mid-point and allow the squirrel to escape.
Source: http://www.wiltonpreserve.org/column9_03鈥?/a>
Red and Grey squirrels?
Why are there more grey than red squirrels in England and Wales but more red in Scotland?
Thanks XDRed and Grey squirrels?
red squirrels are more at risk due to environment changes than grey squirrels
i think that the dutch elm disease didn't help their plight as it took away alot of their food source
urban myth: grey squirrels don't kill red onesRed and Grey squirrels?
Ther was cullings of the grey squirrels not sure why...I think!
The Greys are non-native to the British Isles, the red squirrels are and the reds used to be everywhere.
The Greys in the 20th Century were accidently released into England and they spread throughout our island, wiping out the reds as they are stronger and spread a disease which kills the reds.
The reason why the reds are more prevalent in Scotland than elsewhere is simply because the greys havent spread there yet, but also the Grey's dislike the pine forests which are much more prevalent in Scotland than in England/Wales whereas the Red's love the pine forests and live there quite happily.
The greys ( imported from U.S.A. ) are a much larger animal and prolific breeders who have taken over the habitat of the reds. They also carry a disease which kills reds but to which they are immune. They were first introduced in the south so it's just a matter of time before they populate Scotland. There is a culling programme going on in Kielder Forrest in Northumberland which, to date has effectively protected the reds.
Because the Grey were stronger than the red %26amp; attacked %26amp; killed the greys
Silly billy,reds eat acorns and pine nuts,not elm trees.
The red squirrel is native to Britain, the greys were introduced from America. The greys carry a virus which is often fatal to reds, so when they come into contact it is harmful for the red squirrels. Red squirrels prefer conifers, particularly pine trees, while greys are less choosy about their environment and can survive in many types of woodland. The reds cannot compete as well as the greys for food. Scotland and northern England have more pine woodland than the south, so the reds still survive there, but numbers are falling.
Red squirrels can be found on the Isle of Wight and on Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour.
Thanks XDRed and Grey squirrels?
red squirrels are more at risk due to environment changes than grey squirrels
i think that the dutch elm disease didn't help their plight as it took away alot of their food source
urban myth: grey squirrels don't kill red onesRed and Grey squirrels?
Ther was cullings of the grey squirrels not sure why...I think!
The Greys are non-native to the British Isles, the red squirrels are and the reds used to be everywhere.
The Greys in the 20th Century were accidently released into England and they spread throughout our island, wiping out the reds as they are stronger and spread a disease which kills the reds.
The reason why the reds are more prevalent in Scotland than elsewhere is simply because the greys havent spread there yet, but also the Grey's dislike the pine forests which are much more prevalent in Scotland than in England/Wales whereas the Red's love the pine forests and live there quite happily.
The greys ( imported from U.S.A. ) are a much larger animal and prolific breeders who have taken over the habitat of the reds. They also carry a disease which kills reds but to which they are immune. They were first introduced in the south so it's just a matter of time before they populate Scotland. There is a culling programme going on in Kielder Forrest in Northumberland which, to date has effectively protected the reds.
Because the Grey were stronger than the red %26amp; attacked %26amp; killed the greys
Silly billy,reds eat acorns and pine nuts,not elm trees.
The red squirrel is native to Britain, the greys were introduced from America. The greys carry a virus which is often fatal to reds, so when they come into contact it is harmful for the red squirrels. Red squirrels prefer conifers, particularly pine trees, while greys are less choosy about their environment and can survive in many types of woodland. The reds cannot compete as well as the greys for food. Scotland and northern England have more pine woodland than the south, so the reds still survive there, but numbers are falling.
Red squirrels can be found on the Isle of Wight and on Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour.
What do grey squirrels eat?
acorns, walnuts, beechnuts, seeds, fruits, insects, fungi, and occasional bird eggs and bird nestlingsWhat do grey squirrels eat?
they eat bird seed especially sunflower seed, dried corn, english walnuts, black walnuts, about every kind of nut there is.What do grey squirrels eat?
deez nuts=D . Just kidding. Depending on where they are thier diet varies. In the city /suburbs they are often found living near our dumpsters as a main food source. But in nature they eat what one would expect, seeds,insects, yes nuts too...
Acorn, bread, nuts, they love peanut butter! I usually throw them a piece of bread with peanut butter on it or peanut butter cookies.
Nuts, acorns, flower bulbs, some vegetables, fruit seeds
Nuts, corn, electrical cables.
red squirrels' nuts. The damn yankee grey has eaten all the food so the red Brit squirrells are almost extinct.
The red squirrel or Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) is a species of tree squirrel (genus Sciurus). The red squirrel is a tree-dwelling omnivorous rodent that is common throughout Eurasia. In Britain, however, numbers have decreased drastically, in part due to the introduction of the eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) from North America[2].
probably nuts just like any colored squirrel
They and their red cousins eat all the food we put out for the birds.
acorns. nuts. berrries.
nuts
corn on the cob
and i had some that ate crackers.
Acorns, berries, nuts, bird food
go to a pet store they usually have a special dried corn
giant behemoths!
red squirrels and other small gamecosmetics
they eat bird seed especially sunflower seed, dried corn, english walnuts, black walnuts, about every kind of nut there is.What do grey squirrels eat?
deez nuts=D . Just kidding. Depending on where they are thier diet varies. In the city /suburbs they are often found living near our dumpsters as a main food source. But in nature they eat what one would expect, seeds,insects, yes nuts too...
Acorn, bread, nuts, they love peanut butter! I usually throw them a piece of bread with peanut butter on it or peanut butter cookies.
Nuts, acorns, flower bulbs, some vegetables, fruit seeds
Nuts, corn, electrical cables.
red squirrels' nuts. The damn yankee grey has eaten all the food so the red Brit squirrells are almost extinct.
The red squirrel or Eurasian red squirrel (Sciurus vulgaris) is a species of tree squirrel (genus Sciurus). The red squirrel is a tree-dwelling omnivorous rodent that is common throughout Eurasia. In Britain, however, numbers have decreased drastically, in part due to the introduction of the eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) from North America[2].
probably nuts just like any colored squirrel
They and their red cousins eat all the food we put out for the birds.
acorns. nuts. berrries.
nuts
corn on the cob
and i had some that ate crackers.
Acorns, berries, nuts, bird food
go to a pet store they usually have a special dried corn
giant behemoths!
red squirrels and other small game
Is it just me that hates grey squirrels???
I use airguns and i have killed literally hundreds if not thousands of swuirrels. Has anybody else completed this amazing feet of man kind? lolIs it just me that hates grey squirrels???
The ones in my part of Arkansas are jihad squirrels. They keep suicide attacking the power transformer so that we lose power several times a week. I have lost count of how many I have shot with my airgun.Is it just me that hates grey squirrels???
why do you hat squirrels?my family would have starved to death for like of protein back in the late nineteen forties and early fifties if it hadn't, ben for squirrels and rabbits.
I grew up in Wisconsin where they have squirrel and rabbit hunting every year and they are pretty tasty if you bake them in the oven and use half%26amp;half with them whil they are cooking it does something to the meat where the it exstracts the oilyness out of the meat, But leaves the meat tender and not so gamey!
I checked around and yes, it's just you.
You must be American since you enjoy shooting creatures and playing with guns.
Amazing feet?....... try amazing feat.
Putz !
We have black squirrels in Minnesota. Three have drowned in my toilet. But Squirrels are pretty harmless. My Dad has drowned dozens of possums and recently bought a hand gun for raccoons.
He used to buy 60 chickens every year and the coyotes and coons would get every single one by the following spring. Usually our ducks were fine. This year my dad had 25 ducks gave one away and now only 5 remain. He has killed 17 raccoons during all this.
Killing Thousands of Squirrels is not an amazing feat, try your luck with Osama Bin Laden, then you'd have something to brag to the world about. Even Dick and Bush haven't gotten him, even with Cheney's great aim.!
i hate papaya more then i hate squirrels.
It might be a good idea to check your facts when answering questions, a 9mm bullet cannot ravel 5000 fps as you stated in another question, and a 50 bmg does not travel at 25,000 fps either, if you stopped making crap up and did a little research you'd see just how idiotic your answer was.
squirrels scard me full stop
try red squirrels , they are worse than Grey, these little pricks get into every thing and destroy it. they also do amazing tricks when they are hit with a slug or a 30/06 , my buddy just got a 7mm , this is going to be fun.....
The ones in my part of Arkansas are jihad squirrels. They keep suicide attacking the power transformer so that we lose power several times a week. I have lost count of how many I have shot with my airgun.Is it just me that hates grey squirrels???
why do you hat squirrels?my family would have starved to death for like of protein back in the late nineteen forties and early fifties if it hadn't, ben for squirrels and rabbits.
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I grew up in Wisconsin where they have squirrel and rabbit hunting every year and they are pretty tasty if you bake them in the oven and use half%26amp;half with them whil they are cooking it does something to the meat where the it exstracts the oilyness out of the meat, But leaves the meat tender and not so gamey!
I checked around and yes, it's just you.
You must be American since you enjoy shooting creatures and playing with guns.
Amazing feet?....... try amazing feat.
Putz !
We have black squirrels in Minnesota. Three have drowned in my toilet. But Squirrels are pretty harmless. My Dad has drowned dozens of possums and recently bought a hand gun for raccoons.
He used to buy 60 chickens every year and the coyotes and coons would get every single one by the following spring. Usually our ducks were fine. This year my dad had 25 ducks gave one away and now only 5 remain. He has killed 17 raccoons during all this.
Killing Thousands of Squirrels is not an amazing feat, try your luck with Osama Bin Laden, then you'd have something to brag to the world about. Even Dick and Bush haven't gotten him, even with Cheney's great aim.!
i hate papaya more then i hate squirrels.
It might be a good idea to check your facts when answering questions, a 9mm bullet cannot ravel 5000 fps as you stated in another question, and a 50 bmg does not travel at 25,000 fps either, if you stopped making crap up and did a little research you'd see just how idiotic your answer was.
squirrels scard me full stop
try red squirrels , they are worse than Grey, these little pricks get into every thing and destroy it. they also do amazing tricks when they are hit with a slug or a 30/06 , my buddy just got a 7mm , this is going to be fun.....
Grey Squirrels 130 years ago?
Ive been woundering, when and how were the grey squirrels introduced into the UK?
Thank You^^Grey Squirrels 130 years ago?
Grey squirrels are an alien species and were introduced to the UK from the USA in the late nineteenth/early twentieth century. Their success has been to the detriment of our native red squirrels.Grey Squirrels 130 years ago?
I do not think there is a documented specific date of when they arrived in the U.K.. They were however just one of many things brought back from the America to show some of what was in the new world. Like many things people sot a need to have them. Captivity in those times always ensured non-native species would escape. Which is one reason why the U.K. has a wild breeding population of mandarin ducks.
Thank You^^Grey Squirrels 130 years ago?
Grey squirrels are an alien species and were introduced to the UK from the USA in the late nineteenth/early twentieth century. Their success has been to the detriment of our native red squirrels.Grey Squirrels 130 years ago?
I do not think there is a documented specific date of when they arrived in the U.K.. They were however just one of many things brought back from the America to show some of what was in the new world. Like many things people sot a need to have them. Captivity in those times always ensured non-native species would escape. Which is one reason why the U.K. has a wild breeding population of mandarin ducks.
Who do grey squirrels compete with?
In the UK grey squirrels are vermin and are driving the indigenous red squirrel to the edge of extinction. Blame the Victorians who brought the wretched things over from America.
They are much more adaptable in their eating, and living habits than our poor little reds...and carry squirrel pox which the reds have little or no immunity to the disease.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/4747鈥?/a>
Jsy grl, you have it sooooo wrong.
HalconWho do grey squirrels compete with?
grey squirrels occupy a mainly deciduous habitat and are relatively tame opportunistic feeders (a bit like urban foxes)..reds are more arboreal and prefer coniferous woodland..there is no evidence whatsover that culling greys in deciduous areas would lead to the return of reds..wot is prolly leading to the red reduction is the commercial exploitation of quik-grow pine forest and the intrusion of people and HGVWho do grey squirrels compete with?
red squirrels. Red squirrels are really vicious and horrible towards grey squirrels apparently.
Red squirrels
Red squirrels
us and cats I would think
They are much more adaptable in their eating, and living habits than our poor little reds...and carry squirrel pox which the reds have little or no immunity to the disease.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/4747鈥?/a>
Jsy grl, you have it sooooo wrong.
HalconWho do grey squirrels compete with?
grey squirrels occupy a mainly deciduous habitat and are relatively tame opportunistic feeders (a bit like urban foxes)..reds are more arboreal and prefer coniferous woodland..there is no evidence whatsover that culling greys in deciduous areas would lead to the return of reds..wot is prolly leading to the red reduction is the commercial exploitation of quik-grow pine forest and the intrusion of people and HGVWho do grey squirrels compete with?
red squirrels. Red squirrels are really vicious and horrible towards grey squirrels apparently.
Red squirrels
Red squirrels
us and cats I would think
What can I do to keep the fox squirrels around my house? We have two. One is grey,black and has a white nose.?
We have a lot of oak trees and I put out corn blocks and bird seed. I also put out mixed nuts in the shell. Would they eat popcorn too?What can I do to keep the fox squirrels around my house? We have two. One is grey,black and has a white nose.?
I bet they would eat popcorn. I think they will eat most things like that. Keep the food out, %26amp; they shall be there!What can I do to keep the fox squirrels around my house? We have two. One is grey,black and has a white nose.?
Just keep putting food out and they will stay.
We wouldn't need animal prisons (Zoos) if they would just put food out the animals would stay voluntarily, like cats outside the back entrance of a Sushi Bar.
I bet they would eat popcorn. I think they will eat most things like that. Keep the food out, %26amp; they shall be there!What can I do to keep the fox squirrels around my house? We have two. One is grey,black and has a white nose.?
Just keep putting food out and they will stay.
We wouldn't need animal prisons (Zoos) if they would just put food out the animals would stay voluntarily, like cats outside the back entrance of a Sushi Bar.
Aren't grey squirrels just elderly red squirrels?
Or is it just me? Sure explains why they're always grumpy.Aren't grey squirrels just elderly red squirrels?
The gray squirrel is similar in appearance to the fox squirrel but is slightly smaller and lacks the reddish-orange coloration. The head, back, and sides are gray with a brownish tint. The tail is bushy with hairs being buffy at the base, black in the middle, and white at the ends. The fur on gray squirrels can fade during winter months and therefore may appear more reddish in color during these times.
black squirrel towns is civil and downright cooperative, compared to the heated fracas between White Squirrel Towns. Black squirrels can be found in many areas mixed with other squirrels, but only a few towns practice Black Squirrel boosterism. Three municipalities at one time aggressively boasted pure black squirrel populations, but the number has shrunk to two (other areas have black squirrels, they're just not actively promoted by the towns, universities, etc. they inhabit).
Council Bluffs, IA, has had black squirrels since at least the 1840s. It also has other things to brag about besides squirrels. It lacks the fanatical eugenics policies of the white squirrel towns; we were concerned its black squirrel population was slowly disappearing through miscegenation. Citizens tell us otherwise, claiming the black squirrel population is exploding, and, in an unholy alliance with red squirrels, are spreading from their old downtown scampering grounds to all parts of the city.
Red Squirrels have a typical head to body length of 19 to 23 cm, a tail length of 15 to 20 cm and a mass of 250 to 340 g. They are not sexually dimorphic as males and females are the same size. The Red Squirrel is slightly smaller than the Eastern Grey Squirrel which has a head to body length of 25 to 30 cm and weighs between 400 and 800 g. It is thought that the long tail helps the squirrel to balance and steer when jumping from tree to tree and running along branches and may keep the animal warm during sleep.
Marysville, KS, bills itself as Home of the Black Squirrels and it deserves to. The town has named the black squirrel its official mascot, and holds an annual Black Squirrel Celebration. In 1987, the ';Black Squirrel Song'; became Marysville's official anthem
so there you have it we have, red, grey, black,white,Aren't grey squirrels just elderly red squirrels?
Down here in So. Florida a grey squirrel is any available woman over 65!
Nope, red and grey squirrels are different. In Britain, at least, grey are a lot more common. Red squirrels are a protected species but grey aren't.
they age gracefully
no,they're not.
but, have you seen the black squirrel. very true
grey squirrels are evil bad nasty smelly american squirrels which should be got rid off. Red squirrels are nice english ones which are sadly in decline. Isle of wight, brownsea and anglesey and a few mainland pockets of resistance is the only place you'll see these creatures.
No, they're a shite import from America just like MacDonalds !
Yes they are just elderly Red Squirrels that is why the red ones taste so much better. The flesh is more tender and sweeter in the red variety although you can make a very nice stew from the grey ones.
Kids just love it when you tell them what it is they are eating, it makes meal times so much fun for all the family.
Follow the link provided for some great Red Squirrel recipes...a few Grey Squirrel recipes too.cosmetics
The gray squirrel is similar in appearance to the fox squirrel but is slightly smaller and lacks the reddish-orange coloration. The head, back, and sides are gray with a brownish tint. The tail is bushy with hairs being buffy at the base, black in the middle, and white at the ends. The fur on gray squirrels can fade during winter months and therefore may appear more reddish in color during these times.
black squirrel towns is civil and downright cooperative, compared to the heated fracas between White Squirrel Towns. Black squirrels can be found in many areas mixed with other squirrels, but only a few towns practice Black Squirrel boosterism. Three municipalities at one time aggressively boasted pure black squirrel populations, but the number has shrunk to two (other areas have black squirrels, they're just not actively promoted by the towns, universities, etc. they inhabit).
Council Bluffs, IA, has had black squirrels since at least the 1840s. It also has other things to brag about besides squirrels. It lacks the fanatical eugenics policies of the white squirrel towns; we were concerned its black squirrel population was slowly disappearing through miscegenation. Citizens tell us otherwise, claiming the black squirrel population is exploding, and, in an unholy alliance with red squirrels, are spreading from their old downtown scampering grounds to all parts of the city.
Red Squirrels have a typical head to body length of 19 to 23 cm, a tail length of 15 to 20 cm and a mass of 250 to 340 g. They are not sexually dimorphic as males and females are the same size. The Red Squirrel is slightly smaller than the Eastern Grey Squirrel which has a head to body length of 25 to 30 cm and weighs between 400 and 800 g. It is thought that the long tail helps the squirrel to balance and steer when jumping from tree to tree and running along branches and may keep the animal warm during sleep.
Marysville, KS, bills itself as Home of the Black Squirrels and it deserves to. The town has named the black squirrel its official mascot, and holds an annual Black Squirrel Celebration. In 1987, the ';Black Squirrel Song'; became Marysville's official anthem
so there you have it we have, red, grey, black,white,Aren't grey squirrels just elderly red squirrels?
Down here in So. Florida a grey squirrel is any available woman over 65!
Nope, red and grey squirrels are different. In Britain, at least, grey are a lot more common. Red squirrels are a protected species but grey aren't.
they age gracefully
no,they're not.
but, have you seen the black squirrel. very true
grey squirrels are evil bad nasty smelly american squirrels which should be got rid off. Red squirrels are nice english ones which are sadly in decline. Isle of wight, brownsea and anglesey and a few mainland pockets of resistance is the only place you'll see these creatures.
No, they're a shite import from America just like MacDonalds !
Yes they are just elderly Red Squirrels that is why the red ones taste so much better. The flesh is more tender and sweeter in the red variety although you can make a very nice stew from the grey ones.
Kids just love it when you tell them what it is they are eating, it makes meal times so much fun for all the family.
Follow the link provided for some great Red Squirrel recipes...a few Grey Squirrel recipes too.
Should there be a cull of grey squirrels in the UK?
http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2009/feb/10/grey-squirrels-cull-wildlife-conservationShould there be a cull of grey squirrels in the UK?
Awww, poor squirrels.
But, yes, they should be culled.
I would suggest eating them, as many people do over here in the US. The people who are complaining about killing them might be less upset if it is portrayed as ';killing for food in tough economic times'; rather than ';culling';.Should there be a cull of grey squirrels in the UK?
Yes, should have been done years ago before the problem got as out of control as it is.
Grey squirrels are not native, they are a pest species.
The problem is that mainly urban voters see them as cute and cuddly so the government is scared to allow culling through fear of a backlash.
If they lived in the country as I do then they would see the damage the grey does not only to the resident red squirrel population but also to native tree species.
But folk don't, they don't step outside of their own little world but they think they know everything.
The grey squirrel numbers needs to be checked....not wiped out, that should never happen to any animal...not even an animal that shouldn't really be here.
Just kept in check by a cull system.
Yes. We need to start eating them, actually. We can do our bit by making them into squirrel casseroles and squirrel curries.
Yes if it saves the reds as they are taking over their habitat
damned immigrant squirrels coming over here and taking our british squirrels nuts
Make something nice out of them.
Awww, poor squirrels.
But, yes, they should be culled.
I would suggest eating them, as many people do over here in the US. The people who are complaining about killing them might be less upset if it is portrayed as ';killing for food in tough economic times'; rather than ';culling';.Should there be a cull of grey squirrels in the UK?
Yes, should have been done years ago before the problem got as out of control as it is.
Grey squirrels are not native, they are a pest species.
The problem is that mainly urban voters see them as cute and cuddly so the government is scared to allow culling through fear of a backlash.
If they lived in the country as I do then they would see the damage the grey does not only to the resident red squirrel population but also to native tree species.
But folk don't, they don't step outside of their own little world but they think they know everything.
The grey squirrel numbers needs to be checked....not wiped out, that should never happen to any animal...not even an animal that shouldn't really be here.
Just kept in check by a cull system.
Yes. We need to start eating them, actually. We can do our bit by making them into squirrel casseroles and squirrel curries.
Yes if it saves the reds as they are taking over their habitat
damned immigrant squirrels coming over here and taking our british squirrels nuts
Make something nice out of them.
Grey Squirrels?
I live in a flat, only 2 storeys high, so i live above sum one else ! !
I have sum lovely 'windows boxes' (did have ) And there are Grey Squirrels around where i live, they have been emptying my plants and flowers, litterally destroyed the beauty of the window boxes, ';for what';..... ';i dont know'; ! ! ! Anyone got any answers of how to keep them away in the future ! ! ! !Grey Squirrels?
We have red squirrels and they do the same thing here. I put fist sized rocks on top of the soil surrounding the plants. Slowed them down. Also, try moth balls. Moth balls seem to deter cats and dogs. Works some times for squirrels. Try calling your local
Wildlife Agency for futher suggestions.Grey Squirrels?
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Squirrels taste quite nice barbequed,you spatchcock them like a chicken
kill them. it's the only way.
besides they are an invasive, alien species (they're native to N America), they've displaced your own native red squirrel. sure they are cute, but they are also aggressive, destructive, and virtually impossible to keep away.
a cat might help.
As much as grey squirrels are cute they are also very destructive. Ring one of the animal organisations and get advice. Squirrels are little gymnasts so they will scale any flat wall regardless on how you try and stop them. Are they storing food in your window box is that why they are destroying your plants?
Put rat poison in their nuts ha ha.
2.2 air gun
Put bird feeders out down on the ground for them to eat. If they still come use a bit of netting or some such to stop them getting on the balcony (this will be safer for the cat as well, maybe (s)he could spend more time outside chasing them).
They just want to eat your plants so some peanuts and a cat together should do the trick! If all else fails get a dog!
Don't kill them, that's just evil they're only hungry and not actually trying to bother you.
Air rifle, get rid of the invading yank vermin!!!
I have sum lovely 'windows boxes' (did have ) And there are Grey Squirrels around where i live, they have been emptying my plants and flowers, litterally destroyed the beauty of the window boxes, ';for what';..... ';i dont know'; ! ! ! Anyone got any answers of how to keep them away in the future ! ! ! !Grey Squirrels?
We have red squirrels and they do the same thing here. I put fist sized rocks on top of the soil surrounding the plants. Slowed them down. Also, try moth balls. Moth balls seem to deter cats and dogs. Works some times for squirrels. Try calling your local
Wildlife Agency for futher suggestions.Grey Squirrels?
air rifle
Squirrels taste quite nice barbequed,you spatchcock them like a chicken
kill them. it's the only way.
besides they are an invasive, alien species (they're native to N America), they've displaced your own native red squirrel. sure they are cute, but they are also aggressive, destructive, and virtually impossible to keep away.
a cat might help.
As much as grey squirrels are cute they are also very destructive. Ring one of the animal organisations and get advice. Squirrels are little gymnasts so they will scale any flat wall regardless on how you try and stop them. Are they storing food in your window box is that why they are destroying your plants?
Put rat poison in their nuts ha ha.
2.2 air gun
Put bird feeders out down on the ground for them to eat. If they still come use a bit of netting or some such to stop them getting on the balcony (this will be safer for the cat as well, maybe (s)he could spend more time outside chasing them).
They just want to eat your plants so some peanuts and a cat together should do the trick! If all else fails get a dog!
Don't kill them, that's just evil they're only hungry and not actually trying to bother you.
Air rifle, get rid of the invading yank vermin!!!
Grey squirrels diet and housing?
and how large should the cage beGrey squirrels diet and housing?
Honestly, the squirrel will never be happy in a cage. If you do keep it in a cage, get the biggest cage you can, and make sure you let it out as often as possible. Squirrels require a LOT of hands on involvement. They are not goldfish. They require constant attention, affection, and play. Loads of play. Beanie Babies make great toys. They love to wrestle. Also, squirrels need to constantly have things to chew on. Get a good assortment of chew toys.
As far as the diet goes, plenty of fresh fruits and vegatables. An assortment of nuts, seeds, and corn. You can normally find Squirrel food in bags wherever you buy bird food for birdfeeders. I leave the bagged food out all day for my squirrel, and then I give him extra fruits, nuts, and vegis by hand.
Squirrels make wonderful pets, but they are a huge commitment of time and love. Don't take it on lightly. If you don't think you can handle a squirrel then find a good rehaber in your area. You can probably find one online or get a recommendation from a vet if you call a few.Grey squirrels diet and housing?
Why would you want to cage a squirrel? Where are you getting it? If it's from a pet store, they will know the diet. If not, don't do it.
If it is a wild animal, you should know that is illegal to keep it without a permit. You should probably contact a wildlife rehabilitator in your area, so they can take care of it correctly.
It it is a pet:
Ideal cage space is at least 3x3x5 feet, or even better at least 4x4x5 feet. For food, good quality dog food, rat food (blocks not mix), or primate food is really good, but what important is that they eat it. Seeds and nuts should be kept to a minimum, but offer fresh fruit such as apples and grapes.
In captivity, it is best to try and imitate a woodland home for your squirrel. Purchase or build a cage that is a minimum of 3 cubic feet per squirrel. It is best to use a mesh wire cage, with a removable tray for easier cleaning.
Provide a nesting box (usually hung on the outside of the cage with an opening into the cage). To make your squirrel feel more at home, put twigs, leaves, grass, and bark on the bottom of the cage. This will give him a variety of materials to choose from when making his nest comfortable.
Provide your squirrel also with branches throughout the cage so he can get his exercise and feel more comfortable. To ensure the health of your pet, make sure to thoroughly cean the cage with hot water at least once a week.
In captivity, squirrels need to be provided with a variety of foods to make sure they are getting the proper nutrition. Good mixtures to feed your squirrel include vegetables (such as celery, carrots, green beans, and romaine lettuce), and many fruits (such as apples and bananas). You can also try insects and mealworms. Parrot food is another good choice since it has many seeds that squirrels like. Calcium is also very important, so you should include a calcium supplement for squirrels kept as pets. There are many types of tablets and powders available at pet stores that can be used.
Squirrels teeth grow constantly throughout their lives, and so you should make sure that they are provided with chewing material. Hard bark and large bones are good for this.
Make sure there is a constant supply of water for your squirrel. Put water in a heavy dish or in a water bottle attached to the side of the cage. Also make sure to thoroughly clean food and water dishes daily with hot water.
Honestly, the squirrel will never be happy in a cage. If you do keep it in a cage, get the biggest cage you can, and make sure you let it out as often as possible. Squirrels require a LOT of hands on involvement. They are not goldfish. They require constant attention, affection, and play. Loads of play. Beanie Babies make great toys. They love to wrestle. Also, squirrels need to constantly have things to chew on. Get a good assortment of chew toys.
As far as the diet goes, plenty of fresh fruits and vegatables. An assortment of nuts, seeds, and corn. You can normally find Squirrel food in bags wherever you buy bird food for birdfeeders. I leave the bagged food out all day for my squirrel, and then I give him extra fruits, nuts, and vegis by hand.
Squirrels make wonderful pets, but they are a huge commitment of time and love. Don't take it on lightly. If you don't think you can handle a squirrel then find a good rehaber in your area. You can probably find one online or get a recommendation from a vet if you call a few.Grey squirrels diet and housing?
Why would you want to cage a squirrel? Where are you getting it? If it's from a pet store, they will know the diet. If not, don't do it.
If it is a wild animal, you should know that is illegal to keep it without a permit. You should probably contact a wildlife rehabilitator in your area, so they can take care of it correctly.
It it is a pet:
Ideal cage space is at least 3x3x5 feet, or even better at least 4x4x5 feet. For food, good quality dog food, rat food (blocks not mix), or primate food is really good, but what important is that they eat it. Seeds and nuts should be kept to a minimum, but offer fresh fruit such as apples and grapes.
In captivity, it is best to try and imitate a woodland home for your squirrel. Purchase or build a cage that is a minimum of 3 cubic feet per squirrel. It is best to use a mesh wire cage, with a removable tray for easier cleaning.
Provide a nesting box (usually hung on the outside of the cage with an opening into the cage). To make your squirrel feel more at home, put twigs, leaves, grass, and bark on the bottom of the cage. This will give him a variety of materials to choose from when making his nest comfortable.
Provide your squirrel also with branches throughout the cage so he can get his exercise and feel more comfortable. To ensure the health of your pet, make sure to thoroughly cean the cage with hot water at least once a week.
In captivity, squirrels need to be provided with a variety of foods to make sure they are getting the proper nutrition. Good mixtures to feed your squirrel include vegetables (such as celery, carrots, green beans, and romaine lettuce), and many fruits (such as apples and bananas). You can also try insects and mealworms. Parrot food is another good choice since it has many seeds that squirrels like. Calcium is also very important, so you should include a calcium supplement for squirrels kept as pets. There are many types of tablets and powders available at pet stores that can be used.
Squirrels teeth grow constantly throughout their lives, and so you should make sure that they are provided with chewing material. Hard bark and large bones are good for this.
Make sure there is a constant supply of water for your squirrel. Put water in a heavy dish or in a water bottle attached to the side of the cage. Also make sure to thoroughly clean food and water dishes daily with hot water.
With female grey squirrels preferring black mates - I joke not - are they copying female human behaviour?
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-…With female grey squirrels preferring black mates - I joke not - are they copying female human behaviour?
The little sluts. Must be something in the drinking water. Got to be that.With female grey squirrels preferring black mates - I joke not - are they copying female human behaviour?
If the Grey Squirrel is mating with black squirrels oh well but in regards to white women being with black men, they are just whores and will eventually be wiped out, hopefully by one of my many weapons.
I think even squirrels can appreciate more aggressive sexual behavior! It is not the colour that is attracting them, it is the higher testosterone levels!
good glad the new black squirrels are taking over the grey, just like the american grey coming over and taking over our red sqirrels, fuc*ing americans
awww there so cute =0)
Please dont include me in that 'female behaviour'
Never eeeewwwwww x
I DONT KNOW. MAYBE YOU ARE FUNNY NOT RACSCIST
PMSL! I'd answer that, but i'd probably be shot....
The little sluts. Must be something in the drinking water. Got to be that.With female grey squirrels preferring black mates - I joke not - are they copying female human behaviour?
If the Grey Squirrel is mating with black squirrels oh well but in regards to white women being with black men, they are just whores and will eventually be wiped out, hopefully by one of my many weapons.
I think even squirrels can appreciate more aggressive sexual behavior! It is not the colour that is attracting them, it is the higher testosterone levels!
good glad the new black squirrels are taking over the grey, just like the american grey coming over and taking over our red sqirrels, fuc*ing americans
awww there so cute =0)
Please dont include me in that 'female behaviour'
Never eeeewwwwww x
I DONT KNOW. MAYBE YOU ARE FUNNY NOT RACSCIST
PMSL! I'd answer that, but i'd probably be shot....
When is the best time to look for baby grey squirrels if you live in manitoba canada,?
IM JUST OBSERVING BY THE WAYWhen is the best time to look for baby grey squirrels if you live in manitoba canada,?
Wow you live in manitoba??? Cool? I don't know the answer to your question, but I bet you could observe polar bears instead.When is the best time to look for baby grey squirrels if you live in manitoba canada,?
Spring or fall. In spring, it won't be so cold. During fall, there will be plenty of nuts for them to eat.
Wow you live in manitoba??? Cool? I don't know the answer to your question, but I bet you could observe polar bears instead.When is the best time to look for baby grey squirrels if you live in manitoba canada,?
Spring or fall. In spring, it won't be so cold. During fall, there will be plenty of nuts for them to eat.
Can black squirrels mate with grey squirrels?
That is the problem with common names. black squirrels can be fox squirrels or grey squirrels depending on what region you are in.
In truth if the black squirrel you are talking about is a grey then yes. If it is a fox then no (at least not likely, there is the ocassional gray, fox hybrid).
PS. I just found out that grey squirrel can also be referred to as black squirrels, just goes to show that you can still learn something new.Can black squirrels mate with grey squirrels?
Yes, but there is a positive chance of a negative result !Can black squirrels mate with grey squirrels?
Funny you should ask that!
Yesterday I saw a grey squirrel running along the road with a red head, so it looks like red and grey can breed.
Cant say I have ever seen a black squirrel?
Sure, squirrels aren't prejudice.
Yes, they are the same species, same animal. The ';black'; squirrel is a color phase of the Gray squirrel. What's called a melanistic characteristic.
http://www.blackmouthcur.com/Gray%20Squi鈥?/a>
yeah
but would they really want to???cosmetics
In truth if the black squirrel you are talking about is a grey then yes. If it is a fox then no (at least not likely, there is the ocassional gray, fox hybrid).
PS. I just found out that grey squirrel can also be referred to as black squirrels, just goes to show that you can still learn something new.Can black squirrels mate with grey squirrels?
Yes, but there is a positive chance of a negative result !Can black squirrels mate with grey squirrels?
Funny you should ask that!
Yesterday I saw a grey squirrel running along the road with a red head, so it looks like red and grey can breed.
Cant say I have ever seen a black squirrel?
Sure, squirrels aren't prejudice.
Yes, they are the same species, same animal. The ';black'; squirrel is a color phase of the Gray squirrel. What's called a melanistic characteristic.
http://www.blackmouthcur.com/Gray%20Squi鈥?/a>
yeah
but would they really want to???
Does Australia or New Zealand have grey squirrels or raccoons ? in the wild ?
I am wondering if North America's most famous invasive species has invaded your country ? they are taking over EuropeDoes Australia or New Zealand have grey squirrels or raccoons ? in the wild ?
No squirrels or raccoons in this country.
For our Aussie 'furballs' or animals go to ::::
http://www.australianfauna.com/australia鈥?/a>Does Australia or New Zealand have grey squirrels or raccoons ? in the wild ?
No, neither of us have grey squirrels or raccoons in the wild, but we both have o'possums. In Australia they are protected, but in New Zealand they are a noxious pest which destroy our native forests.
Neither squirrels nor raccoons have been introduced to Australia - yet. We have plenty of other imported pests including rabbits, hares, foxes, cats, dogs, pigs, buffalo, horses, camels, donkeys, goats, cane toads, starlings, indian mynas, blackbirds, pigeons etc etc. We really don't need any more
Definitely NOT raccoons!
Squirrel? No we don't - at least not that I know of.
Thanks for the two points
Australia definately does not have squirrels or raccoons. I am fairly sure NZ doesn't have them either.
They are not here in New Zealand as far as I am aware.
As Islands, it would be very difficult for them to get here and our border security is very tight when it comes to pests etc.
There is apparently a small area around Perth Zoo that has feral Palm Squirrels living in it. I have seen suggestions that the Palm Squirrels have now been wiped out, but the WA government is still looking for them, so maybe they are still out there.
Grey Squirrels were previously introduced in Melbourne, but appear to have gone extinct.
Unlike other introduced species, both types of squirrel have apparently struggled to live in the native Australian environment. They were able to survive only in the cities and suburbs where there were parks and gardens with plenty of introduced plant species for them to feed off.
no, however we have our own invasive species (read bloody pest) called a possum. They eat the eggs of our native birds and rip to shreds the bark and leaves of our forests grrrrrrr!!
(I am from New Zealand).
definately not in New Zealand...I remember when living in the UK and I had only been there a couple of days before I saw my first squirrels....yes the grey ones...I was completely fascinated by them as we have nothing like them here.
I was teaching science in schools there and we watched some little clips about how the red squirrel is now retreating to only small areas of the UK now, while the grey squirrel is now rampent and rapidly expandings its habitat.....even tho they are sooooo cute and I watched them for hours...I can see they are a problem.
New Zealand and Australia have pretty stringent biological security and would not allow them to enter and would get rid of them all if they did arrive.
My husband is an Aussie in the US, and I remember the first time he had ever seen a squirrel here, he couldn't stop looking at it. As it turns out, he had never seen one before. He said they don't have squirrels anywhere in Australia.
No squirrels or raccoons in this country.
For our Aussie 'furballs' or animals go to ::::
http://www.australianfauna.com/australia鈥?/a>Does Australia or New Zealand have grey squirrels or raccoons ? in the wild ?
No, neither of us have grey squirrels or raccoons in the wild, but we both have o'possums. In Australia they are protected, but in New Zealand they are a noxious pest which destroy our native forests.
Neither squirrels nor raccoons have been introduced to Australia - yet. We have plenty of other imported pests including rabbits, hares, foxes, cats, dogs, pigs, buffalo, horses, camels, donkeys, goats, cane toads, starlings, indian mynas, blackbirds, pigeons etc etc. We really don't need any more
Definitely NOT raccoons!
Squirrel? No we don't - at least not that I know of.
Thanks for the two points
Australia definately does not have squirrels or raccoons. I am fairly sure NZ doesn't have them either.
They are not here in New Zealand as far as I am aware.
As Islands, it would be very difficult for them to get here and our border security is very tight when it comes to pests etc.
There is apparently a small area around Perth Zoo that has feral Palm Squirrels living in it. I have seen suggestions that the Palm Squirrels have now been wiped out, but the WA government is still looking for them, so maybe they are still out there.
Grey Squirrels were previously introduced in Melbourne, but appear to have gone extinct.
Unlike other introduced species, both types of squirrel have apparently struggled to live in the native Australian environment. They were able to survive only in the cities and suburbs where there were parks and gardens with plenty of introduced plant species for them to feed off.
no, however we have our own invasive species (read bloody pest) called a possum. They eat the eggs of our native birds and rip to shreds the bark and leaves of our forests grrrrrrr!!
(I am from New Zealand).
definately not in New Zealand...I remember when living in the UK and I had only been there a couple of days before I saw my first squirrels....yes the grey ones...I was completely fascinated by them as we have nothing like them here.
I was teaching science in schools there and we watched some little clips about how the red squirrel is now retreating to only small areas of the UK now, while the grey squirrel is now rampent and rapidly expandings its habitat.....even tho they are sooooo cute and I watched them for hours...I can see they are a problem.
New Zealand and Australia have pretty stringent biological security and would not allow them to enter and would get rid of them all if they did arrive.
My husband is an Aussie in the US, and I remember the first time he had ever seen a squirrel here, he couldn't stop looking at it. As it turns out, he had never seen one before. He said they don't have squirrels anywhere in Australia.
Have you noticed all the homesick Grey Squirrels trying to hitch back to the states?
pesky little critters, they should be kicked out and let the Reds have a bit of a breather.Have you noticed all the homesick Grey Squirrels trying to hitch back to the states?
It's a shame a few muslims don't go with them.Have you noticed all the homesick Grey Squirrels trying to hitch back to the states?
Nope, can't say I have.
Yes millions of them,,
It's a shame a few muslims don't go with them.Have you noticed all the homesick Grey Squirrels trying to hitch back to the states?
Nope, can't say I have.
Yes millions of them,,
Do grey squirrels get rabies?
My mom was bit by one and i don't know where to find what diseases they can carry.Do grey squirrels get rabies?
Any warm - blooded animal can get rabies. Take your mother to your doctor.
I am a physicianDo grey squirrels get rabies?
I think you mean ';any mammal can get rabies';. Birds don't get rabies.
yep, don't worry though. just take her to the doctor to get a shot. :]
All animals can have rabies.
No. Only ground squirrels and flying squirrels.
They're just rats with big fury tales. Yes, they can carry rabies.
Yes! I was bitten when I was 10. They had police and animal control out looking for this injured squirrel that I had tried to rescue from a cat. They said they had to check for rabies, or I would have to go through the series of shots...
Any warm - blooded animal can get rabies. Take your mother to your doctor.
I am a physicianDo grey squirrels get rabies?
I think you mean ';any mammal can get rabies';. Birds don't get rabies.
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yep, don't worry though. just take her to the doctor to get a shot. :]
All animals can have rabies.
No. Only ground squirrels and flying squirrels.
They're just rats with big fury tales. Yes, they can carry rabies.
Yes! I was bitten when I was 10. They had police and animal control out looking for this injured squirrel that I had tried to rescue from a cat. They said they had to check for rabies, or I would have to go through the series of shots...
Is hunting grey squirrels legal in the UK?
It sure is legal. You should do your best to kill by whatever legal means as many as possible. Last year I shot and trapped 110 tree rats.Is hunting grey squirrels legal in the UK?
The best method of Grey Squirrel control is the Kania Trap 2000. It is effective, humane kill, no re-locating. Place the trap 5-7 feet above the ground on a tree trunk, under eves, or in an attic away from children and non- target species. Best bait is peanut butter, or nuts in their shells.Is hunting grey squirrels legal in the UK?
Yes.
Greys are considered a pest and can be shot, baited or caught. They are also a real threat to birds as they eat their eggs.
They don't taste very good either - a bit like the greasy, sinewy bits of chicken that you leave on your plate!
shoot as many as poss they are vermin a tree rat, you will be fined or charged for killing of red squirrels as they are protected,but whack those grays.
hunting greys are legal, black and red squirells qare illegal.
personally i hate greys!
stupid yank squires ruining the reds :@
lol
Yes you can hunt grey squirrels just not the red ones because they are endangered.
Ask the local hunting division.
Don't think so. They are not endangered the red ones are.
i think its ok to hunt the grey 1s but not the red 1s.
Yes you can hunt greys, but not red.
Yes, they are classed as vermine in the UK
Yes. They're classed as vermin.
no but you can shoot them if their killing red squirrals as their killing all the red squirrels :)
nope they are an endangered species
The best method of Grey Squirrel control is the Kania Trap 2000. It is effective, humane kill, no re-locating. Place the trap 5-7 feet above the ground on a tree trunk, under eves, or in an attic away from children and non- target species. Best bait is peanut butter, or nuts in their shells.Is hunting grey squirrels legal in the UK?
Yes.
Greys are considered a pest and can be shot, baited or caught. They are also a real threat to birds as they eat their eggs.
They don't taste very good either - a bit like the greasy, sinewy bits of chicken that you leave on your plate!
shoot as many as poss they are vermin a tree rat, you will be fined or charged for killing of red squirrels as they are protected,but whack those grays.
hunting greys are legal, black and red squirells qare illegal.
personally i hate greys!
stupid yank squires ruining the reds :@
lol
Yes you can hunt grey squirrels just not the red ones because they are endangered.
Ask the local hunting division.
Don't think so. They are not endangered the red ones are.
i think its ok to hunt the grey 1s but not the red 1s.
Yes you can hunt greys, but not red.
Yes, they are classed as vermine in the UK
Yes. They're classed as vermin.
no but you can shoot them if their killing red squirrals as their killing all the red squirrels :)
nope they are an endangered species
Eastern grey squirrels outnumber red squirrels by about a factor of.. in Great Britain?
sorry I don't know , but I have found an interesting article for you about black squirrels endangering your red ones in Great Britain.
Do you think Grey squirrels are pests?
As you are probably aware, Grey squirrels have driven out red squirrels from there natural territory. Many people think they are pests because there are so many but so little red squirrels. But perhaps it isn't really the Grey squirrels fault because it was the london zoological socitety and some other place i forgot! That actually introduced them to England therefore are smaller red squirrels had to find new uncharted territory from the grey squirrels. I don't think they are but that might have something to do with me loving all animals! Do you think they are pests?Do you think Grey squirrels are pests?
I have a different perspective. I live in the northeastern US where grey squirrels come from. You don't want them to get into your attic, but generally they are very unobtrusive. They don't kill other animals. I like watching them in the mornings. Always so busy!
But the cats and other introduced animals, and the development of the land, have taken their toll.
I know in England that the grey squirrels are the invaders. No, it's not their fault. But I hope the native population can be preserved there too.
Humans messed it up, again!Do you think Grey squirrels are pests?
Not really. They don't do anything to harm me. Insects however....
In their natural habitat (america) they are ok, but they really are pests in England. No, I agree that it's not their fault as they didn't hop on a ship and sail over themselves, but I do believe that they are out of control. It is more important at this point to ensure the survival of the endangered Red Squirrel as a species, than to defend the individual rights of the Grey Squirrel, no matter how cute they may be.
We have black squirells where I live and they act the same as any other squirrel...
if you are a birdlover they are pests. But they are great for BB-gun target practice.
I bet all the squirrels would agree that
We humans are the real pests
I'd never think that! Some folk do becuse like all squiruirls they are always getting into trouble. Black ones are shyer and red ones are normal.
They are ';tree' Rats.
all squirrels are to me
The gray squirrels are not pests. Granted, there are more of them than the red squirrels, but it's the red ones that are aggressive pests!
Yes
There should be an international effort to eliminate all introduced species everywhere no matter how 'normal' they are now.
No, in fact they really didnt drive out Red squirrels... Humans did. The reason being that we created an environment in our cities more suitable to grey squirrels and far less suitable to red squirrels. In towns and cities most people cut down pine and spruce trees(citing thier messiness in dropping cones as a reason) which are a main source of food for red squirrels and introduced more deciduous trees many of which are main sources of food for grey squirrels. Humans are the ones who are causing the problem with grey squirrels by catering more to thier habitat than the red squirrel. Where I live, in the midst of mainly coniferous forests we have far more red squirrels and the few grey squirrels we have ONLY live in the town and cannot survive in the wilderness. The reason for this in my area is because of the extensive logging.... Almost all hard woods and deciduous trees have been harvested, and instead of replanting the same trees which were logged, they replant fast growing conifers because they will be able to harvest them again sooner. This creates perfect habitat for red squirrels and less than suitable habitat for grey squirrels. There simply is not enough deciduous trees in the forest to support more grey squirrels only in town where people plant such trees during landscaping.
So in all truth, it is humans which created a unique situation which allows grey squirrels to thrive where they normally cannot and has nothing to do with grey squirrels being pests.... they are simply opportunistic and will expand thier range to any suitable habitat. If people want to help increase the red squirrels former range they should stop planting deciduous trees and start planting coniferous ones.
Squirrel Stew,mmmmmmmmmmmmm.
grey squirrels do nothing to advance our understanding of science and math
I have a different perspective. I live in the northeastern US where grey squirrels come from. You don't want them to get into your attic, but generally they are very unobtrusive. They don't kill other animals. I like watching them in the mornings. Always so busy!
But the cats and other introduced animals, and the development of the land, have taken their toll.
I know in England that the grey squirrels are the invaders. No, it's not their fault. But I hope the native population can be preserved there too.
Humans messed it up, again!Do you think Grey squirrels are pests?
Not really. They don't do anything to harm me. Insects however....
In their natural habitat (america) they are ok, but they really are pests in England. No, I agree that it's not their fault as they didn't hop on a ship and sail over themselves, but I do believe that they are out of control. It is more important at this point to ensure the survival of the endangered Red Squirrel as a species, than to defend the individual rights of the Grey Squirrel, no matter how cute they may be.
We have black squirells where I live and they act the same as any other squirrel...
if you are a birdlover they are pests. But they are great for BB-gun target practice.
I bet all the squirrels would agree that
We humans are the real pests
I'd never think that! Some folk do becuse like all squiruirls they are always getting into trouble. Black ones are shyer and red ones are normal.
They are ';tree' Rats.
all squirrels are to me
The gray squirrels are not pests. Granted, there are more of them than the red squirrels, but it's the red ones that are aggressive pests!
Yes
There should be an international effort to eliminate all introduced species everywhere no matter how 'normal' they are now.
No, in fact they really didnt drive out Red squirrels... Humans did. The reason being that we created an environment in our cities more suitable to grey squirrels and far less suitable to red squirrels. In towns and cities most people cut down pine and spruce trees(citing thier messiness in dropping cones as a reason) which are a main source of food for red squirrels and introduced more deciduous trees many of which are main sources of food for grey squirrels. Humans are the ones who are causing the problem with grey squirrels by catering more to thier habitat than the red squirrel. Where I live, in the midst of mainly coniferous forests we have far more red squirrels and the few grey squirrels we have ONLY live in the town and cannot survive in the wilderness. The reason for this in my area is because of the extensive logging.... Almost all hard woods and deciduous trees have been harvested, and instead of replanting the same trees which were logged, they replant fast growing conifers because they will be able to harvest them again sooner. This creates perfect habitat for red squirrels and less than suitable habitat for grey squirrels. There simply is not enough deciduous trees in the forest to support more grey squirrels only in town where people plant such trees during landscaping.
So in all truth, it is humans which created a unique situation which allows grey squirrels to thrive where they normally cannot and has nothing to do with grey squirrels being pests.... they are simply opportunistic and will expand thier range to any suitable habitat. If people want to help increase the red squirrels former range they should stop planting deciduous trees and start planting coniferous ones.
Squirrel Stew,mmmmmmmmmmmmm.
grey squirrels do nothing to advance our understanding of science and math
I have a problem with grey squirrels encroaching in to my flat. need a deterrent but dont want to kill them?
My friend had a similar problem with squirrels in their loft space.To cure the problem they bought a sound deterrent device approx. 拢30 online.Their is a variety on the net to choose from and if you leave in place for a week it should sort the problem out.I have a problem with grey squirrels encroaching in to my flat. need a deterrent but dont want to kill them?
you can by a trope with 25 dollars and pout bred inside and they go in. each time you cache one tack it 10 blocks away and relies them,till you couch them all,i Dan the same thing,
I have a problem with grey squirrels encroaching in to my flat. need a deterrent but dont want to kill them?
There are two ways that squirrels got in your flat...through the front door in which case dont leave it open. Squirrels are good jumpers and if your window faces a tree they will jump in and in which case...dont leave the window open. Using humane traps wont solve the problem because after they are released...they will come back looking for scraps of food.
Change the locks on the door
You can buy humane squirrel traps ,once you've caught them take them a mile or so away and release them, most pet shops will be able to get you one.
I am afraid ANF (above) has got it right. No time for sentiment, they need killing. They are no better than rats and of course they have almost decimated our native red squirrels. If you catch them and let them go elsewhere you are just passing on the problem to somebody else.
Grey squirrels are vermin and carry all kinds of diseases. They damage trees and other vegetation so kill them as quickly as you can. They are as verminous as rats. Kill them.
you can by a trope with 25 dollars and pout bred inside and they go in. each time you cache one tack it 10 blocks away and relies them,till you couch them all,i Dan the same thing,
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I have a problem with grey squirrels encroaching in to my flat. need a deterrent but dont want to kill them?
There are two ways that squirrels got in your flat...through the front door in which case dont leave it open. Squirrels are good jumpers and if your window faces a tree they will jump in and in which case...dont leave the window open. Using humane traps wont solve the problem because after they are released...they will come back looking for scraps of food.
Change the locks on the door
You can buy humane squirrel traps ,once you've caught them take them a mile or so away and release them, most pet shops will be able to get you one.
I am afraid ANF (above) has got it right. No time for sentiment, they need killing. They are no better than rats and of course they have almost decimated our native red squirrels. If you catch them and let them go elsewhere you are just passing on the problem to somebody else.
Grey squirrels are vermin and carry all kinds of diseases. They damage trees and other vegetation so kill them as quickly as you can. They are as verminous as rats. Kill them.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Exactly when do reguler grey squirrels have babies, ';In MO';?
According to the website: http://answers.google.com/answers/thread…
“Squirrels give birth twice a year, in the spring (January-April) and
in the fall (August-September). There are 2-4 babies per litter. The
babies are self-sustaining at about 12-14 weeks of age and will leave
the natal area in search of their own territory.”Exactly when do reguler grey squirrels have babies, ';In MO';?
Usually in the springtime.
I remember once on Mother's Day, my mom saw a mother squirrel with her baby in a tree, as if she came down to wish her a ';Happy Mother's Day!'; This had been a squirrel that my mom had been feeding peanuts to for awhile. It was really neat to see she said!Exactly when do reguler grey squirrels have babies, ';In MO';?
Gray squirrels will mate in the late winter or early spring. This mating ritual willing began with a chase, where several males compete for one female. The males will chase each other through the trees jumping from branch to branch. The female will watch and then choose the male she believes is the strongest. That male will follow her until she is ready to mate. After the copulation, the male will return to its territory, leaving the female to raise the litter. The period of gestation varies between 44 and 46 days for gray squirrels. There are normally four to six born in the litter. The female squirrel will nurse the babies for their first ten weeks. During this time the babies will not leave the nest and are completely dependent on their mother for milk.
exactly.... cant be sure of that..
I am a wildlife rehabber.. my first baby squirrels were on Feb 14... I am still getting in babies..
normally one litter in spring.. and they also have a litter in fall.
I usually have squirrels from Feb-Oct.
and this weird weather we have been having..
Im in Oklahoma... so not much of a difference. :)
“Squirrels give birth twice a year, in the spring (January-April) and
in the fall (August-September). There are 2-4 babies per litter. The
babies are self-sustaining at about 12-14 weeks of age and will leave
the natal area in search of their own territory.”Exactly when do reguler grey squirrels have babies, ';In MO';?
Usually in the springtime.
I remember once on Mother's Day, my mom saw a mother squirrel with her baby in a tree, as if she came down to wish her a ';Happy Mother's Day!'; This had been a squirrel that my mom had been feeding peanuts to for awhile. It was really neat to see she said!Exactly when do reguler grey squirrels have babies, ';In MO';?
Gray squirrels will mate in the late winter or early spring. This mating ritual willing began with a chase, where several males compete for one female. The males will chase each other through the trees jumping from branch to branch. The female will watch and then choose the male she believes is the strongest. That male will follow her until she is ready to mate. After the copulation, the male will return to its territory, leaving the female to raise the litter. The period of gestation varies between 44 and 46 days for gray squirrels. There are normally four to six born in the litter. The female squirrel will nurse the babies for their first ten weeks. During this time the babies will not leave the nest and are completely dependent on their mother for milk.
exactly.... cant be sure of that..
I am a wildlife rehabber.. my first baby squirrels were on Feb 14... I am still getting in babies..
normally one litter in spring.. and they also have a litter in fall.
I usually have squirrels from Feb-Oct.
and this weird weather we have been having..
Im in Oklahoma... so not much of a difference. :)
Reasons against the culling of grey squirrels?
-can you please give me some strong arguments against the culling of grey squirrels and why you think that way.
i have to do a Presentation on this please give me as many arguments as you can think of and if there are any good sites that are against the culling of grey ssquirrelsthen can you please write them
thanks alot 4 ur help!!!Reasons against the culling of grey squirrels?
i think this website will be the most helpful to you
http://www.grey-squirrel.org.uk/index.phpReasons against the culling of grey squirrels?
I think its terrible that everyone wants to kill the grey squirrel. Their still an animal and have every right to live. People should think of other ways to save the red squirrel instead of taking the easy way out and killing them. Its not right. You wouldn't kill a cat when it goes after a mouse so why kill grey squirrels when they do the same thing with red squirrels.
It's ethically dubious killing one species for the sake of another.
Up until the 1970s you could get a licence to kill red squirrels, so they were the baddies then, now it's grey squirrels. Apart from all that it doesn't work. There's absolutely no point in doing it.
Grey squirrels threaten the red squirrels, but whose fauilt is that...us for bringing them here. Killing for sport, killing for protection, food...It's all we know. You didnt state why we would want them culled? I assume it's for the red squirrels sake, if it's because the cuties get in our way, like foxes, elephants then it's very sad.
The country is virtually filled with greys. If you kill them off in a red locality, the greys will recover from outside and we'd be back in the same situation. You would have to repeatedly cull every few years.
Reds might look nice, but greys are better survivors.
Why just the grey ones. What are you, racist?
i have to do a Presentation on this please give me as many arguments as you can think of and if there are any good sites that are against the culling of grey ssquirrelsthen can you please write them
thanks alot 4 ur help!!!Reasons against the culling of grey squirrels?
i think this website will be the most helpful to you
http://www.grey-squirrel.org.uk/index.phpReasons against the culling of grey squirrels?
I think its terrible that everyone wants to kill the grey squirrel. Their still an animal and have every right to live. People should think of other ways to save the red squirrel instead of taking the easy way out and killing them. Its not right. You wouldn't kill a cat when it goes after a mouse so why kill grey squirrels when they do the same thing with red squirrels.
It's ethically dubious killing one species for the sake of another.
Up until the 1970s you could get a licence to kill red squirrels, so they were the baddies then, now it's grey squirrels. Apart from all that it doesn't work. There's absolutely no point in doing it.
Grey squirrels threaten the red squirrels, but whose fauilt is that...us for bringing them here. Killing for sport, killing for protection, food...It's all we know. You didnt state why we would want them culled? I assume it's for the red squirrels sake, if it's because the cuties get in our way, like foxes, elephants then it's very sad.
The country is virtually filled with greys. If you kill them off in a red locality, the greys will recover from outside and we'd be back in the same situation. You would have to repeatedly cull every few years.
Reds might look nice, but greys are better survivors.
Why just the grey ones. What are you, racist?
What is the eastern grey squirrels lifecycle?
do not know.What is the eastern grey squirrels lifecycle?
1. Born into large family
2. Eat nuts
3. Give birth to large family
4. Transfixed by headlights
finWhat is the eastern grey squirrels lifecycle?
As long as it takes to reload!
probably getting shorter?
Quote from a news article ';celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver are being urged to feature grey squirrel on their menus.';
1. Born into large family
2. Eat nuts
3. Give birth to large family
4. Transfixed by headlights
finWhat is the eastern grey squirrels lifecycle?
As long as it takes to reload!
probably getting shorter?
Quote from a news article ';celebrity chefs like Jamie Oliver are being urged to feature grey squirrel on their menus.';
You see your backyard overrun by grey squirrels, how many could you hit with a slingshot in 60 seconds?
3 at most.You see your backyard overrun by grey squirrels, how many could you hit with a slingshot in 60 seconds?
*Reaches for phone to call local animal abuse center, next call PETA*You see your backyard overrun by grey squirrels, how many could you hit with a slingshot in 60 seconds?
All of them.
I have a duoble-barrel slingshot.
i dreamed one time that my yard was full of chipmunks...i didn't try to shoot them with a slingshot though =]
10. 13 if it's Easter Sunday...
don't need a slingshot i've got a .22 rifle with a banana clip just incase this ever did happen
15
Come over for dinner and you can count 'em.
let me go try... I'll get back with you on the head count :-)
now there's a challenge. i'd say about 300
I'd use a shotgun and get a lot.
None i'm has blind as a bat.lol
*Reaches for phone to call local animal abuse center, next call PETA*You see your backyard overrun by grey squirrels, how many could you hit with a slingshot in 60 seconds?
All of them.
I have a duoble-barrel slingshot.
i dreamed one time that my yard was full of chipmunks...i didn't try to shoot them with a slingshot though =]
10. 13 if it's Easter Sunday...
don't need a slingshot i've got a .22 rifle with a banana clip just incase this ever did happen
15
Come over for dinner and you can count 'em.
let me go try... I'll get back with you on the head count :-)
now there's a challenge. i'd say about 300
I'd use a shotgun and get a lot.
None i'm has blind as a bat.lol
Im new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
look in the trees around where you liveIm new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
i dont know but good luck because i cant stand grey squirrels because they decrease the number of red squirrels which are much betterIm new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
We've got loads of them out the back of our house. The only problem is I'm in Glasgow, Scotland, UK and our gun laws are a bit different.
Cute, aren't they?
Just get a trap, there are plenty in everyone's yard in new jersey.
i dont know but good luck because i cant stand grey squirrels because they decrease the number of red squirrels which are much betterIm new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
We've got loads of them out the back of our house. The only problem is I'm in Glasgow, Scotland, UK and our gun laws are a bit different.
Cute, aren't they?
Just get a trap, there are plenty in everyone's yard in new jersey.
Im new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
look in the trees around where you liveIm new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
i dont know but good luck because i cant stand grey squirrels because they decrease the number of red squirrels which are much betterIm new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
We've got loads of them out the back of our house. The only problem is I'm in Glasgow, Scotland, UK and our gun laws are a bit different.
Cute, aren't they?
Just get a trap, there are plenty in everyone's yard in new jersey.
i dont know but good luck because i cant stand grey squirrels because they decrease the number of red squirrels which are much betterIm new to hunting and I live in North New Jersey and I need to know where I can hunt grey squirrels + seasons?
We've got loads of them out the back of our house. The only problem is I'm in Glasgow, Scotland, UK and our gun laws are a bit different.
Cute, aren't they?
Just get a trap, there are plenty in everyone's yard in new jersey.
What kind of nuts and berries do grey squirrels eat?
Pretty much any of them I think, but I think they like acorns the most. Actually I don't think they eat berries at allWhat kind of nuts and berries do grey squirrels eat?
they dont like mcdonalds friesWhat kind of nuts and berries do grey squirrels eat?
This is the Wrong Category Police! You're busted!
Hands in the air and move away from the pet ';Birds'; category!!!
I am confiscating your nuts and berries... for no special reason other than my pet bird likes them.
they dont like mcdonalds friesWhat kind of nuts and berries do grey squirrels eat?
This is the Wrong Category Police! You're busted!
Hands in the air and move away from the pet ';Birds'; category!!!
I am confiscating your nuts and berries... for no special reason other than my pet bird likes them.
Do you prefer red or grey squirrels ?
I'm not talking about eating them but watching them !!!Do you prefer red or grey squirrels ?
we have a family of black ones in our neighborhood- I like them best!Do you prefer red or grey squirrels ?
The red ones, but I like to watch both!!
Grey squirrels, but then again that's because there's an abundance of red squirrels here. I like seeing the rare/uncommon.
i like the red ones. they are more common in ireland =]
Oh! I like them all, but the red ones are sooooooooooo cute!!!!
In Anglesey, North Wales the grey ones are seen as pests and a colony of reds have been introduced and are thriving. The grey ones out compete the reds and can give them squirrel pox from which they have no immunity though they believe some squirrels have developed resistance now.
the gray squirrrels are slower and bigger and the red squirrels are really fast and they are nasty they will run after and chase a gray squirrel away.
Red, because they were here first!!!!!!!!!
red x3cosmetics
we have a family of black ones in our neighborhood- I like them best!Do you prefer red or grey squirrels ?
The red ones, but I like to watch both!!
Grey squirrels, but then again that's because there's an abundance of red squirrels here. I like seeing the rare/uncommon.
i like the red ones. they are more common in ireland =]
Oh! I like them all, but the red ones are sooooooooooo cute!!!!
In Anglesey, North Wales the grey ones are seen as pests and a colony of reds have been introduced and are thriving. The grey ones out compete the reds and can give them squirrel pox from which they have no immunity though they believe some squirrels have developed resistance now.
the gray squirrrels are slower and bigger and the red squirrels are really fast and they are nasty they will run after and chase a gray squirrel away.
Red, because they were here first!!!!!!!!!
red x3
Where do English grey squirrels sleep?
In nests of dead leaves in trees. They build them.Where do English grey squirrels sleep?
they dont sleep. they are plotting power outages while YOU sleep!
something about Al Gor and ninjas and an energy conspiracy.
personal opinion: they are at war with the rats of nimh i think.Where do English grey squirrels sleep?
In nests in trees.
In your atic.....
In England.
they dont sleep. they are plotting power outages while YOU sleep!
something about Al Gor and ninjas and an energy conspiracy.
personal opinion: they are at war with the rats of nimh i think.Where do English grey squirrels sleep?
In nests in trees.
In your atic.....
In England.
Problem with Grey Squirrels?
We have a problem with grey squirrels coming in through the catflap to eat the catfood in the utility room. They only eat the dried food, not the wet varieties. Can anyone suggest a way to keep the squirrels out while still allowing our cats to go in and out as normal.Problem with Grey Squirrels?
Well...you have 2 options.
You can either seal the cat door or get rid of the squirrels.
We had a problem with squirrels getting into our attic. We trapped them with a humane squirrel trap and then set them free in a park about 2 miles from our home. We used Jiff Peanut Butter as bait. It took a couple of months, but the squirrels that were getting into our attic were finally gone.
If you're interested in a humane trap, here's one:
http://www.pestproducts.com/squirrel_tra鈥?/a>
You might set the trap outside but near the cat door, so the squirrels using the door find the trap easily.
Also, wear gloves when you release the squirrels.Problem with Grey Squirrels?
Grey Squirrels are rats with long tails and good PR
The problem is that they are so attractive to the eye.
I could not kill them but the idea of a trap is a good one but do not release them in an area where there are red squirrels unlike the greys they are native to UK and endangered f
Get a squirrel trap they ,work very well,then humanely kill them.In the UK it's an offence to release squirrels to a new location so if we trap them they have to be disposed of
Think the only thing you can do is stop leaving the cat food out.
Feed them when you will be there.That should stop the squirrels.
Good Luck
Shoot them - they are classed as vermin - only way.
Any measure you put in place they will eventually get around....
Get one of those electronic cat flaps that work with a gadget on the cat's collar.
Either that or do what jamand suggests
Don't your cats catch and eat squirrels? Back to the drawing board...
Well...you have 2 options.
You can either seal the cat door or get rid of the squirrels.
We had a problem with squirrels getting into our attic. We trapped them with a humane squirrel trap and then set them free in a park about 2 miles from our home. We used Jiff Peanut Butter as bait. It took a couple of months, but the squirrels that were getting into our attic were finally gone.
If you're interested in a humane trap, here's one:
http://www.pestproducts.com/squirrel_tra鈥?/a>
You might set the trap outside but near the cat door, so the squirrels using the door find the trap easily.
Also, wear gloves when you release the squirrels.Problem with Grey Squirrels?
Grey Squirrels are rats with long tails and good PR
The problem is that they are so attractive to the eye.
I could not kill them but the idea of a trap is a good one but do not release them in an area where there are red squirrels unlike the greys they are native to UK and endangered f
Get a squirrel trap they ,work very well,then humanely kill them.In the UK it's an offence to release squirrels to a new location so if we trap them they have to be disposed of
Think the only thing you can do is stop leaving the cat food out.
Feed them when you will be there.That should stop the squirrels.
Good Luck
Shoot them - they are classed as vermin - only way.
Any measure you put in place they will eventually get around....
Get one of those electronic cat flaps that work with a gadget on the cat's collar.
Either that or do what jamand suggests
Don't your cats catch and eat squirrels? Back to the drawing board...
GREY SQUIRRELS detterant needed?
I have trouble with grey squirrels eating the bird food and digging up bulbls and plants can somebody reccomend a cheapish detterantGREY SQUIRRELS detterant needed?
You are going to think I'm nuts (pardon the pun) but I had a problem with squirrels as well. They kept digging up my bulbs I planted and digging in pots etc. I didn't want to kill them (only because it would have been cruel) so I came up with another solution and so far its worked!
I bought a sling shot and I have some little hard candies from Halloween last year. I aim for just near enough to them to scare the jeebers out of them and so far they've gotten the message! I've only managed to actually hit one or two (not because my aim is lousy but because I don't actually aim at them!) I don't think it would hurt them very badly if you aimed for their tails!
Other than that...I've seen a bird feeder that spins around when the weight of a squirrel jumps on it. Saving my pennies for that one. Should be good for a laugh even if it doesn't work! *L*
Good Luck!GREY SQUIRRELS detterant needed?
Life is full of mean and sad things. Gotta laugh when you can!
Squirrels have been the bain of my life with regard to my garden. Just be persistent. Hope it works for you. If nothing else...its a great stress reliever! (P.S. Watch the neighbors, windows and ricochet!)
get a .22 rifle, or even just a good high-power pellet gun......after taking a few cracks at them, they will start to stay away. Like in Caddyshack how about some c4 in the shape of animals....Hello Mr. Gopher, it's me Mr. Bunny and I won't hurt you. Why don't you come out and play?
I use a surface to air rocket launcher, hope this helps !
been there tried all things. They still get to bird food and dig up bulbs/flowers. Its cause they have stashed their nuts earlier in year for wwhen there a food shortage
Get a live trap. As you catch them take them at least 7 miles away (or they will find their way back) and let them loose. Even though they are rodents there are laws about killing them.
B-B gun works great. You get their attention and they will figure it out real quick that they are not wanted there!!!!
I don't really know about getting rid of squirrels Ill be interested in seeing your answers however check out this website its good for a laugh www.illwillpress.com
Grey squirrels are tree rats. They destroy trees and red squire ls', who are no relation, habitats to the extent that they are driving the reds to extinction. To my knowledge, there is no control on destroying them. There are enough in their native country. We need to eradicate them here, totally.
If you live where it's appropriate, shoot them with a 22 rifle. Lots of people like squirrel gravy, and squirrels make a great pot pie.
put fat balls out for the birds instead i dont think squirrels like them
The suggestion of a shot gun is over the top, you need an air rifle, but do NOT shoot over anybody else's garden.
If a air rifle is not feasible use humane traps, then drop it in the water butt. Grey squirrels are vermin and desperately need gulling.
Get a HOT pepper and smother it with peanutbutter. Sit back and watch!
Live next to woodland. Tried all the deterrants Garden Centres sell...Crap! So, decided to feed them! Chuck out collected acorns from my sisters land, buy monkeynuts and after xmas cheap nuts and lob em in the woods! They dont dig up my bulbs now, or visit (and destroy) my bird feeders.
(bonus is I now have peanut, oak, chestnut and 2 walnut trees growing in the woods)!
get a shot gun
You are going to think I'm nuts (pardon the pun) but I had a problem with squirrels as well. They kept digging up my bulbs I planted and digging in pots etc. I didn't want to kill them (only because it would have been cruel) so I came up with another solution and so far its worked!
I bought a sling shot and I have some little hard candies from Halloween last year. I aim for just near enough to them to scare the jeebers out of them and so far they've gotten the message! I've only managed to actually hit one or two (not because my aim is lousy but because I don't actually aim at them!) I don't think it would hurt them very badly if you aimed for their tails!
Other than that...I've seen a bird feeder that spins around when the weight of a squirrel jumps on it. Saving my pennies for that one. Should be good for a laugh even if it doesn't work! *L*
Good Luck!GREY SQUIRRELS detterant needed?
Life is full of mean and sad things. Gotta laugh when you can!
Squirrels have been the bain of my life with regard to my garden. Just be persistent. Hope it works for you. If nothing else...its a great stress reliever! (P.S. Watch the neighbors, windows and ricochet!)
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get a .22 rifle, or even just a good high-power pellet gun......after taking a few cracks at them, they will start to stay away. Like in Caddyshack how about some c4 in the shape of animals....Hello Mr. Gopher, it's me Mr. Bunny and I won't hurt you. Why don't you come out and play?
I use a surface to air rocket launcher, hope this helps !
been there tried all things. They still get to bird food and dig up bulbs/flowers. Its cause they have stashed their nuts earlier in year for wwhen there a food shortage
Get a live trap. As you catch them take them at least 7 miles away (or they will find their way back) and let them loose. Even though they are rodents there are laws about killing them.
B-B gun works great. You get their attention and they will figure it out real quick that they are not wanted there!!!!
I don't really know about getting rid of squirrels Ill be interested in seeing your answers however check out this website its good for a laugh www.illwillpress.com
Grey squirrels are tree rats. They destroy trees and red squire ls', who are no relation, habitats to the extent that they are driving the reds to extinction. To my knowledge, there is no control on destroying them. There are enough in their native country. We need to eradicate them here, totally.
If you live where it's appropriate, shoot them with a 22 rifle. Lots of people like squirrel gravy, and squirrels make a great pot pie.
put fat balls out for the birds instead i dont think squirrels like them
The suggestion of a shot gun is over the top, you need an air rifle, but do NOT shoot over anybody else's garden.
If a air rifle is not feasible use humane traps, then drop it in the water butt. Grey squirrels are vermin and desperately need gulling.
Get a HOT pepper and smother it with peanutbutter. Sit back and watch!
Live next to woodland. Tried all the deterrants Garden Centres sell...Crap! So, decided to feed them! Chuck out collected acorns from my sisters land, buy monkeynuts and after xmas cheap nuts and lob em in the woods! They dont dig up my bulbs now, or visit (and destroy) my bird feeders.
(bonus is I now have peanut, oak, chestnut and 2 walnut trees growing in the woods)!
get a shot gun
Do Grey squirrels have long bellybuttons? He's nearly 3 months old, but still no sign of ';nuts';! Is he a girl?
The bellybutton will reduce as he/she grows older.
Sexing young rodents can be difficult. However, you can place your thumb at the rear of its tummy, then press gently and move the thumb towards its bottom.
If he is a boy, he will spring out and show you.
Just be gentle!Do Grey squirrels have long bellybuttons? He's nearly 3 months old, but still no sign of ';nuts';! Is he a girl?
Sounds like a male tree ratDo Grey squirrels have long bellybuttons? He's nearly 3 months old, but still no sign of ';nuts';! Is he a girl?
the long belly button would be a boy, he would not have ';nuts'; until he becomes older.
you don't no squirrel nuts, you don't no nutting!
dude, why do you want to keep a tree rat? you would be better of getting real rats
Sexing young rodents can be difficult. However, you can place your thumb at the rear of its tummy, then press gently and move the thumb towards its bottom.
If he is a boy, he will spring out and show you.
Just be gentle!Do Grey squirrels have long bellybuttons? He's nearly 3 months old, but still no sign of ';nuts';! Is he a girl?
Sounds like a male tree ratDo Grey squirrels have long bellybuttons? He's nearly 3 months old, but still no sign of ';nuts';! Is he a girl?
the long belly button would be a boy, he would not have ';nuts'; until he becomes older.
you don't no squirrel nuts, you don't no nutting!
dude, why do you want to keep a tree rat? you would be better of getting real rats
How do you get rid of grey squirrel?
I seem to have a few grey squirrel entering and exiting through my roof. I have tried metal fencing around the entrance but they went right around it.How do you get rid of grey squirrel?
You have to figure out how they are getting in and out of your attic, since even if you were to get rid of the squirrels something else would simply move in (in your case make sure there aren't multiple entrances).Remember squirrels are rodents and have the teeth to prove it any thin metal mesh is no problem to get through need to get the heavy duty stuff. Right now if they are in the attic there is a good chance they have young, in which case it would not be the best idea to remove the parents and plug the hole and might be another reason why they are being very persistent at getting in your attic. You should contact a local wildlife removal agency because finding the young can be quite some work and they need to be reunited with their parents asap after removal. As well, relocating a squirrel several miles away or to the park is not the solution. You are then placing the animal in an unfamiliar territory, risk spreading disease from one population to the next, put them in competition with the local squirrels, etc. All and all relocated squirrels have very, very low survival rates and at that point its more humane to simply euthanize rather than send them off to a prolonged death. To give you an idea of what to expect of a good wildlife removal service check out http://www.aaawildlife.com/index_main_ar鈥?/a>
Probably the leading humane wildlife removal agency in North-America.How do you get rid of grey squirrel?
eat them , they are really good cooked in gravy , yumyum
Accually, call an exterminator. They cannot kill the squirrels, but they can make it so they can't come in, or tell you who to call to get it fixed.
They are probably trying to make a nest in your attic, it is spring and time for them to have babies. If you can get up there, look around and clean out any nest that they are building.
If I recall correctly, they hate moth balls. Put some moth balls up there and they will leave the same way they came in.
we had squrills going on our fence and putting nuts in are pool, so we put nails all across it, so they wouldnt walk on it. it was pretty intense and we usually woke up with dead squirells in are backyard, but hopefully it'll work for you..
You have to figure out how they are getting in and out of your attic, since even if you were to get rid of the squirrels something else would simply move in (in your case make sure there aren't multiple entrances).Remember squirrels are rodents and have the teeth to prove it any thin metal mesh is no problem to get through need to get the heavy duty stuff. Right now if they are in the attic there is a good chance they have young, in which case it would not be the best idea to remove the parents and plug the hole and might be another reason why they are being very persistent at getting in your attic. You should contact a local wildlife removal agency because finding the young can be quite some work and they need to be reunited with their parents asap after removal. As well, relocating a squirrel several miles away or to the park is not the solution. You are then placing the animal in an unfamiliar territory, risk spreading disease from one population to the next, put them in competition with the local squirrels, etc. All and all relocated squirrels have very, very low survival rates and at that point its more humane to simply euthanize rather than send them off to a prolonged death. To give you an idea of what to expect of a good wildlife removal service check out http://www.aaawildlife.com/index_main_ar鈥?/a>
Probably the leading humane wildlife removal agency in North-America.How do you get rid of grey squirrel?
eat them , they are really good cooked in gravy , yumyum
Accually, call an exterminator. They cannot kill the squirrels, but they can make it so they can't come in, or tell you who to call to get it fixed.
They are probably trying to make a nest in your attic, it is spring and time for them to have babies. If you can get up there, look around and clean out any nest that they are building.
If I recall correctly, they hate moth balls. Put some moth balls up there and they will leave the same way they came in.
we had squrills going on our fence and putting nuts in are pool, so we put nails all across it, so they wouldnt walk on it. it was pretty intense and we usually woke up with dead squirells in are backyard, but hopefully it'll work for you..
What Laws Are there Against Catching And Releasing Eastern Grey Squirrels In The UK?
depends on what you plan on doing with them between catching and releasing!!What Laws Are there Against Catching And Releasing Eastern Grey Squirrels In The UK?
Why would you want to catch and release squirrels?What Laws Are there Against Catching And Releasing Eastern Grey Squirrels In The UK?
';It is illegal to keep, import and release grey squirrels in Britain, unless you have a special license from the Ministry of Agriculture or Secretary of State for Scotland.';
The interesting question would be what are the penalties?
What kind of nut case would catch and release grey squirrels in the UK?
I didn't think there were any.
A friend of mine found an injured one in their garden so they put it in a cage until it recovered with the intention of releasing it into the local park but it died before they got that far. By the way they stink and they are bloody noisy, and they bite!! Just warning you...
If your unsure why not call the RSPCA?
Well, they can get pretty complicated. Basically, if you catch the squirrel you have to spray paint your initials on the belly before releasing them. If you run over one of them, you have to make soup with it.
They come in the endangered species. Almost everything ios in danger; we are so neglectful. Try to save, not perish. GOD BLESS YOU.
yes
The Toronto Star has an interesting article about the past, present and future of the introduced Eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) in the U.K. and Europe. Coming from Canada, the article gives the perspective on a relationship with a native animal many people consider pests. For more ISW posts about the Eastern grey squirrel invasion (and the associated European decline of the red squirrel.
There are too many. Just come to America. It's easier to kill Squirrels.cosmetics
Why would you want to catch and release squirrels?What Laws Are there Against Catching And Releasing Eastern Grey Squirrels In The UK?
';It is illegal to keep, import and release grey squirrels in Britain, unless you have a special license from the Ministry of Agriculture or Secretary of State for Scotland.';
The interesting question would be what are the penalties?
What kind of nut case would catch and release grey squirrels in the UK?
I didn't think there were any.
A friend of mine found an injured one in their garden so they put it in a cage until it recovered with the intention of releasing it into the local park but it died before they got that far. By the way they stink and they are bloody noisy, and they bite!! Just warning you...
If your unsure why not call the RSPCA?
Well, they can get pretty complicated. Basically, if you catch the squirrel you have to spray paint your initials on the belly before releasing them. If you run over one of them, you have to make soup with it.
They come in the endangered species. Almost everything ios in danger; we are so neglectful. Try to save, not perish. GOD BLESS YOU.
yes
The Toronto Star has an interesting article about the past, present and future of the introduced Eastern grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) in the U.K. and Europe. Coming from Canada, the article gives the perspective on a relationship with a native animal many people consider pests. For more ISW posts about the Eastern grey squirrel invasion (and the associated European decline of the red squirrel.
There are too many. Just come to America. It's easier to kill Squirrels.
Why is the grey squirrel the state animal of north carolina?
why... why... WHYYYYYWhy is the grey squirrel the state animal of north carolina?
Because they picked it.
Because they picked it.
You know of the talk to cull grey squirrels because they are slowly getting rid of our red squirrels...?
.....well why don't we just eat them? Do they taste nice?
I'm just wondering because meat is so expensive at the moment and grey squirrels are in abundance after all!You know of the talk to cull grey squirrels because they are slowly getting rid of our red squirrels...?
squirrel is bloody lovely,the meat is so tender and juicyYou know of the talk to cull grey squirrels because they are slowly getting rid of our red squirrels...?
i think to eat squirrels they'd have to be bred for killing which wouldnt affect the numbers of wild grey squirrels. its a good idea though!
Its the new black ones you should watch out for....
there bitter and they mean war..
I'm just wondering because meat is so expensive at the moment and grey squirrels are in abundance after all!You know of the talk to cull grey squirrels because they are slowly getting rid of our red squirrels...?
squirrel is bloody lovely,the meat is so tender and juicyYou know of the talk to cull grey squirrels because they are slowly getting rid of our red squirrels...?
i think to eat squirrels they'd have to be bred for killing which wouldnt affect the numbers of wild grey squirrels. its a good idea though!
Its the new black ones you should watch out for....
there bitter and they mean war..
Trapping Grey Tree Squirrels in california?
is it legal to trap a Grey tree squirrel in Sacramento california. not to kill?Trapping Grey Tree Squirrels in california?
yes it is. however its not legal to domesticate male geeseTrapping Grey Tree Squirrels in california?
Ck your regs.....I want to say no and they may be protected. Also you cannot keep wild animals for pets.
Just look it up yourself: ca. dept of fish %26amp; game web site.
just do it dont tell no body
yes it is. however its not legal to domesticate male geeseTrapping Grey Tree Squirrels in california?
Ck your regs.....I want to say no and they may be protected. Also you cannot keep wild animals for pets.
Just look it up yourself: ca. dept of fish %26amp; game web site.
just do it dont tell no body
Monday, January 18, 2010
How to get rid of grey squirrels?
I have grey squirrels that keep visiting my garden. Initially they did not pose any problem, but now they go into the plant pots and try to eat all the flowers. Please help!!How to get rid of grey squirrels?
A shotgun works well.How to get rid of grey squirrels?
Warfarin (cheese %26amp; bacon flavor)
get a gun and shoot the stupid thing!
A shotgun works well.How to get rid of grey squirrels?
Warfarin (cheese %26amp; bacon flavor)
get a gun and shoot the stupid thing!
Have you ever seen a white squirrel? Snow white; not grey?
Many times. There is a town near me that is full of them.
People have caught some and tried to re-locate them, but they die every time they try that, so now it is against the law to catch them.
The Police cars in that town have a picture of a white squirrel on the side.
People all over town feed them and many of them are quite gentle.
There are about 200 of them in this small town and there are only 4 communities in the US that have them, I think!
These will tell you more: (I think there is a picture on one of these sites)
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/set/squir鈥?/a>
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenton,_Ten鈥?/a>
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tips/getA鈥?/a>Have you ever seen a white squirrel? Snow white; not grey?
there are actual real white squirrels -- no, they are not albinos, they have black eyes -- in Brevard, North Carolina.
Have you ever seen a white squirrel? Snow white; not grey?
Ive Seen A All-Black Squriel. Ill Put A Pic. In Soon
yes....
i have a pet albino squirrel so i see one every day
Yea.
I have heard of one area which has white ( not albino ) squirrels. If your home is in this area, then you should be seeing many of them.
Otherwise it is probably an albino , which is very rare. You are very lucky in any event!
What you saw was an albino squirrel. Albino animals are very rare and have a different color (usually white with reddish eyes) than normal animals. They also have a hard time surviving in the wild because they can't hide themselves well from predators. I actually saw an albino squirrel once in a park not far from my home.
I don't remember if they actually showed pictures of them on the local news, but I remember a news story about them.
People have caught some and tried to re-locate them, but they die every time they try that, so now it is against the law to catch them.
The Police cars in that town have a picture of a white squirrel on the side.
People all over town feed them and many of them are quite gentle.
There are about 200 of them in this small town and there are only 4 communities in the US that have them, I think!
These will tell you more: (I think there is a picture on one of these sites)
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/set/squir鈥?/a>
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kenton,_Ten鈥?/a>
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/tips/getA鈥?/a>Have you ever seen a white squirrel? Snow white; not grey?
there are actual real white squirrels -- no, they are not albinos, they have black eyes -- in Brevard, North Carolina.
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Have you ever seen a white squirrel? Snow white; not grey?
Ive Seen A All-Black Squriel. Ill Put A Pic. In Soon
yes....
i have a pet albino squirrel so i see one every day
Yea.
I have heard of one area which has white ( not albino ) squirrels. If your home is in this area, then you should be seeing many of them.
Otherwise it is probably an albino , which is very rare. You are very lucky in any event!
What you saw was an albino squirrel. Albino animals are very rare and have a different color (usually white with reddish eyes) than normal animals. They also have a hard time surviving in the wild because they can't hide themselves well from predators. I actually saw an albino squirrel once in a park not far from my home.
I don't remember if they actually showed pictures of them on the local news, but I remember a news story about them.
How is the red squirrel threatened by the grey. ?
answers below please as soon as possible. :DHow is the red squirrel threatened by the grey. ?
apparently the grey's are eliminating the red's through germ warfare.
this link is in reference to the problem in the UK.
http://wildlife-conservation.suite101.co鈥?/a>
apparently the same thing or something similar is happening in the U.S..
the larger more aggressive red's(AKA fox squirrel) were dominant in my area 40 years ago but now you seldom see a red squirrel %26amp; the little grey tree rats are everywhere, %26amp; eating all my pecans %26amp; walnuts before they ripen.How is the red squirrel threatened by the grey. ?
I don't think red squirrels are threatened by grays. Red squirrels are more aggressive in defending their territory and have more and bigger litters each year. I have seen red squirrels drive their gray cousins from a nest but I've never seen it happen the other way.
Capt.Sardonic is refering to a different red squirrel than the reds we have in northern New England. Our red squirrels are 1/3 the size of the grays. I am not familiar with the fox squirrel so my answer does not apply to that species of red squirrel.
The red squirrel aquired laser beams on their foreheads from their close reletive, the aliens. They then use these laser beams to decimate local gray squirrel populations.
I think it's the other way around. The red squirrels chew cones off trees before they are ripe around here. Thus the grey squirrels don't have that food source to store (they like the cones ripe before eating them).cosmetics
apparently the grey's are eliminating the red's through germ warfare.
this link is in reference to the problem in the UK.
http://wildlife-conservation.suite101.co鈥?/a>
apparently the same thing or something similar is happening in the U.S..
the larger more aggressive red's(AKA fox squirrel) were dominant in my area 40 years ago but now you seldom see a red squirrel %26amp; the little grey tree rats are everywhere, %26amp; eating all my pecans %26amp; walnuts before they ripen.How is the red squirrel threatened by the grey. ?
I don't think red squirrels are threatened by grays. Red squirrels are more aggressive in defending their territory and have more and bigger litters each year. I have seen red squirrels drive their gray cousins from a nest but I've never seen it happen the other way.
Capt.Sardonic is refering to a different red squirrel than the reds we have in northern New England. Our red squirrels are 1/3 the size of the grays. I am not familiar with the fox squirrel so my answer does not apply to that species of red squirrel.
The red squirrel aquired laser beams on their foreheads from their close reletive, the aliens. They then use these laser beams to decimate local gray squirrel populations.
I think it's the other way around. The red squirrels chew cones off trees before they are ripe around here. Thus the grey squirrels don't have that food source to store (they like the cones ripe before eating them).
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