- Squirrels are rodents.
- There are around 280 different species of squirrel.
- Most squirrels are small and have big eyes and bushy tails.
- Their large eyes help them skillfully climb trees and avoid predators.
- Squirrels eat mostly nuts, fruits and seeds.
- Squirrels are born blind.
- Flying squirrels can’t fly like birds but they can glide between trees.
- Flying squirrels have been known to glide for distances of up to 295 ft.
- Chipmunks are small squirrels with stripes.
- Chipmunks have cheek pouches which help them carry food.
- Many chipmunk species hoard food such as nuts, berries, egg and grains for the winter.
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