Eastern Gray Squirrel

Description:

Squirrels are members of the family Sciuridae, a family that includes small or medium-size rodents. The squirrel family includes tree squirrels, ground squirrels, chipmunks, marmots (including woodchucks), flying squirrels, and prairie dogs amongst other rodents.

Habitat:

Eastern gray squirrels can be found inhabiting large areas of mature, dense woodland ecosystems, generally covering 100 acres of land. These forests usually contain large mast-producing trees such as oaks and hickories, providing ample food sources.