photo sharing and upload picture albums photo forums search pictures popular photos photography help login
Fletcher Wildlife Garden | all galleries >> Mammals of the FWG (6 galleries) >> Red Squirrel (Tamiasciurus hudsonicus) at the FWG > Red squirrel nest in spruce
previous | next
21-JAN-2010 Christine Hanrahan

Red squirrel nest in spruce

This is near the Amphibian Pond and is one of two nests constructed close together. Red squirrels will do that, as will greys, and use one or both or neither. There is also a nest box nearby that has long been used by squirrels. The nests are near a large walnut tree overlooking the pond and several generations of squirrels have been occupying this territory. Of course, it may not be generations of the same family! Just as likely that one squirrel dies and another moves in to what would be, in squirrel terms, prime real estate!

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS
1/60s f/8.0 at 65.9mm iso400 full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto
slhoornstra21-Jan-2010 21:24
What a cozy nest, and it is a nice decorative addition to the tree!! Beautiful to see. V
Type your message and click Add Comment
It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest.
Enter an optional name and contact email address. Name
Name Email
help private comment