Eastern Gray Squirrel

Natural Habitat

Dense woodlands, urban parks, and residential neighborhoods across North America.

Diet & Feeding

Omnivorous; primarily feeds on acorns, nuts, seeds, buds, and berries, but will occasionally eat insects, bird eggs, and small nestlings.

Behavior Patterns

Diurnal and active year-round. They are hoarders that cache food in numerous small pits for winter recovery; they are also known for their agility and vocal communication.

Risks & Benefits

Benefits the ecosystem through seed dispersal and forest regeneration. Potential risks include property damage/gnawing on structures and wires, and they can carry parasites like ticks and fleas.

Identified on: 4/14/2026