Grey Squirrel

Sciurus caroliniensis

Length:	18 - 22" (45 - 55 cm) including tail
Habitat:	Woodlands and urban areas, especially near oaks, beeches and other nut-bearing trees
Colour:	Grey with lighter belly
Diet:	Nuts, seeds and berries
Young:	Spring or late summer, sometimes both

Grey Squirrel

Grey squirrels were introduced into this country from the USA and they have thrived as their native counterparts, red squirrels, have declined. They have grey fur and a long bushy tail and are renowned for their agility and ingenuity in stealing nuts from bird feeders. They bury their surplus food in the ground and can often be seen digging in the lawn to retrieve it. They have a lifespan of up to 9 years.
		Grey Squirrel