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Eastern Gray Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
The Eastern Gray Squirrel is a medium-sized tree squirrel native to the eastern and midwestern United States, as well as parts of Canada. Recognizable by its predominantly gray fur, bushy tail, and white underbelly, it is a highly adaptable species often seen in both rural woodl…
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- Eastern Gray Squirrels sometimes practice 'deceptive caching,' pretending to bury food to throw off potential thieves.
- Eastern Gray Squirrels are masters at hiding food and can remember thousands of cache locations. They have a remarkable ability to descend trees head-first, thanks to their rotating ankles. In urban areas, they have learned to adapt to human presence and even take food directly from people.
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