In the summer, we (along with the rear neighbour) cut down the trees along the back property line to put up a new fence. Since then, I’ve noticed a marked drop in the squirrel population in the yard. And the ones that do come around seem much more shy.
When I was taking pictures of the jays, a couple decided to be brave and snatch a peanut or two while I was watching.
I’ve been sad not to see them as much, because I really love the little characters.
With the cold weather returning, I’ve started filling the sunflower seed feeder again. It’s always popular with the squirrels so hopefully they will be coming around more.
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That had to be so sad for you to not see your squirrels. I remember your little picnic table and how popular it was with the squirrels. Although they are cute, they are very destructive little critters. It was a constand struggle in the winters at the lake to keep them out of the camper.
Blessings and hugs,
Betsy
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I have missed your squirrel pics!
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If you feed them, they will come.
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We were in Detroit all week and saw lots of black squirrels which we never see around here. My great grandmother had a squirrel she called Perry, that would come eat right out of her hand.
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