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  2. Squirrel - Wikipedia

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    Many juvenile squirrels die in the first year of life. Adult squirrels can have a lifespan of 5 to 10 years in the wild. Some can survive 10 to 20 years in captivity. [22] Premature death may occur when a nest falls from the tree, in which case the mother may abandon her young if their body temperature is not correct.

  3. Video shows California ground squirrel engage in 'shocking ...

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    The study suggests that California ground squirrels, previously thought to solely be granivorous species, are actually an "opportunistic omnivore" with a more flexible diet than previously assumed ...

  4. Fox squirrel - Wikipedia

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    In captivity, fox squirrels have been known to live about 18 years, but in the wild, most fox squirrels die before they become adults. [8] Their maximum life expectancy is typically 12.6 years for females and 8.6 years for males. Because of overhunting and the destruction of mature forests, many subspecies of fox squirrel are endangered. [8]

  5. Learn Why Squirrel’s Practice This Peculiar Behavior - AOL

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    Squirrels are masters at storage and also deception. It’s common for squirrels to pretend to dig into a fake cache, particularly if there are other squirrels in the area.

  6. California ground squirrel - Wikipedia

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    The California ground squirrel (Otospermophilus beecheyi), also known as the Beechey ground squirrel, [4] is a common and easily observed ground squirrel of the western United States and the Baja California Peninsula; it is common in Oregon and California and its range has relatively recently extended into Washington and northwestern Nevada.

  7. How To Keep Squirrels Away From Your Home And Garden - AOL

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    Gray squirrels are active during the day, while flying squirrels are active at night, says Mengak. If you discover a squirrel nesting in your home or shed, look for its entryway into the structure.

  8. Red squirrel - Wikipedia

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    Red squirrels that survive their first winter have a life expectancy of 3 years. Individuals may reach 7 years of age, and 10 in captivity. Survival is positively related to the availability of autumn-winter tree seeds; on average, 75–85% of juveniles die during their first winter, and mortality is approximately 50% for winters following the ...

  9. Soliloquy: Squirrels know how to live. Here's what I've learned.

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