When the weather grows chilly, I imagine chipmunks snug in their burrows, peacefully sleeping away the cold winter months. During autumn they spend their time gathering food to last the long, cold winter. I like chipmunks. I like their small size. I like their soft earthy colors. I like their spunk and energy. In […]
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Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)
I saw a red fox trotting across the lawn. I was at work walking down the hall and happened to glance outside. A skinny, rusty-colored young fox ducked beneath a set of concrete stairs. At this time of year, young red foxes often strike out to find their own territories away from their siblings and parents. […]
Attracting Eastern Gray Squirrels (Sciurus carolinensis) – Helping them Survive
There were many gray squirrels in my city neighborhood, until the trees (oaks, sycamores and maples) were cut down. Now just a few squirrels live near me and visit my bird feeders. I really do like watching the squirrels in my garden. Here is some information to help enhance your habitat for gray squirrels. Description: Adult […]
Squirrel away sunflower seeds for the winter
Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) This Eastern Gray Squirrel must really love sunflower seeds. I had just filled the tray with black oil sunflower seeds when she pounched on the tray. When I took these photos the squirrel was just four feet away from me. She was keeping a wary eye on me as she […]
Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia)
Common name: Virginia Creeper Other names: Woodbind, woodbine, false grapes, five leaves, American Ivy, five leaved Ivy, thicket creeper Scientific name: Parthenocissus quinquefolia (L.) Planch. Family name: Vine Family (Vitaceae) Attracts: Virginia creeper provides cover for many small birds and mammals. Songbirds are the principle consumers of the fruit, however deer, game birds and small […]