Monthly Archives: September 2012

Feeding a squirrel with chopsticks

Posted on September 30, 2012 by admin

It’s not just cats that can be fed with chopsticks. Here Gracie the squirrel demonstrates that sciurids are perfectly capable of eating with chopsticks too. Can you?

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White squirrel recovering from head trauma at Toronto Wildlife Centre

Posted on September 29, 2012 by admin

A baby albino squirrel was picked up near Trinity Bellwoods Park, showing signs of head trauma, and brought in to the Toronto Wildlife Centre. According to a post of the centre’s Facebook page: “The squirrel was exhibiting signs of head … Continue reading →

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Lucy Gets Curtailed

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Sometimes squirrels lose the tip of their tail (or sometimes the whole tail entirely). Most squirrels recover without any ill effects. The most common causes for tail loss are fights with other squirrels or having their tail run over by … Continue reading →

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Excuse me sir

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

Excuse me sir? Can you spare a nut or something… Ok, I guess a chip will do. (Don’t worry, they were unsalted chips.) This squirrel can often be spotted hitting up pedestrians for treats on Bond St. in Toronto. I … Continue reading →

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Lucy the squirrel passes away

Posted on September 9, 2012 by admin

One of our favorite squirrels passed away recently. Early in May, Lucy’s coat was looking a bit rough and she seemed to have an insatiable thirst. She would often sit right next to the tap for the hose by the … Continue reading →

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