Small reddish squirrel with a pale belly and energetic chatter.
How to recognize it
Small reddish squirrel with a pale belly and energetic chatter.
Where you may find it in Ontario
Coniferous and mixed wooded areas. Local occurrence depends on habitat, region and season.
Food and ecological role
Conifer seeds, fungi and other plant material. Every species is part of a larger food web involving plants, insects, birds and mammals.
When to look
Year-round.
Make your backyard more welcoming
Retain conifers and avoid disturbing nests.
Identification and safety
Use several features, not a single colour or silhouette, to confirm identification. Observe wildlife from a respectful distance; do not handle or feed wild animals. For species-specific photographs and further details, see the reference below.
Further reading: Species identification / reference. Also see Ontario backyard resources.