Trees & leaves
Squirrel
A fluffy-tailed acrobat who plants trees by accident.
Squirrels are small furry animals with big bushy tails. They climb trees and eat nuts, seeds and fruit.
Interesting facts
- Squirrels use their bushy tails to help them balance when they climb and jump.
- Many squirrels bury nuts to eat later.
- Some buried nuts are never found again, and they can grow into new trees.
- A squirrel's front teeth never stop growing.
Where it lives
Trees in parks, gardens, forests and streets.
It might be…
- Running up a tree trunk
- Burying a nut
- Flicking its tail
Why it matters
By burying nuts and seeds, squirrels help new trees grow in new places.
Being a good friend
- Watch from far away — squirrels are wild and can bite or scratch.
- Watch how it uses its tail when it jumps.
- Look for it burying something.
Please don't
- Don't touch, hold or pick it up.
- Don't chase it or block its path.
- Don't take it home — its home is outside.
- Don't feed squirrels or try to get them to come close.
Mission
Tail Talk
Find a park or tree-lined street with a trusted adult.