Grey squirrels, or Eastern grey squirrels, primarily live in the Eastern half ... or nests for several days. So, how do squirrels make it through the winter? Keep reading to find out.
This ground squirrel appears dead to the world. It would be too dangerous to remain torpor all winter, so these squirrels re-warm themselves every ten days or so to maintain brain function and sleep.
They are gathering nuts and acorns. Found one! Squirrels need to hide food in the ground ready for winter when there's not much food around. When winter comes, there's no food on the trees ...
Groundhog Day is almost here and although we do not have groundhogs in the Treasure State we do have some close relatives like the marmot, ground squirrels and prairie dogs.