What Do Squirrels Eat in May?
What do squirrels eat? Here are some tips:
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Nuts
When considering what to feed your squirrel, make sure to include a variety of different types of food, as well as calcium, vitamins, and minerals. If possible, try to include more vegetables in the diet, such as broccoli and kale. Squirrels also enjoy eating insects, so they should also be included in the diet. However, you should avoid giving them any packaged squirrel food or pet treats, as they contain artificial ingredients and may not be as nutritious as the natural ones.
Fruit
While we often see squirrels munching on fruits, they actually prefer certain types of fruit. These fruit-eating creatures love citrus fruits and won’t bother a squirrel if it’s left unpeeled. They may even eat the seeds from oranges as they’re highly acidic. Squirrels have a crucial ecological role in forest ecosystems, shaping the composition of plants and burying seeds.
Flowers
Squirrels love to eat flowers, but not the ones you want them to. They can tear up flower beds and damage bird feed. Some squirrels will even drink the nectar. Regardless of their diet, they can be amusing to watch. Luckily, you can keep squirrels from ruining your flowers by providing them with the right type of plants to eat. But be careful: remember that moderation is the key.
Vegetation
Are you wondering what types of vegetation squirrels eat in May? The answer to this question depends on your location. Generally speaking, squirrels are herbivores, though they can also be classified as omnivores. They typically eat almost anything edible. They also tend to forage in damp areas. They enjoy the tender parts of plants, such as leaves and buds, as well as nuts and seeds.
Insects
If you’re wondering what a squirrel is eating in May, then you’re not alone. Squirrels are notorious for their appetites. This month, squirrels will fill up on a variety of foods. During this season, they will feed on grasshoppers, insects, and even dead and dying butterflies. During this time of year, you may even catch a glimpse of a squirrel feeding on your lawn.
Salad greens
While you’re planting your garden this spring, remember to add a few salad greens to the mix. They’ll love to munch on these leafy vegetables. They’ll even nibble on fruits and vegetables grown by humans. Some of the best foods for squirrels include broccoli, spinach, asparagus, brussels sprouts, leeks, okra, and other seasonal vegetables.
Human junk food
Squirrels are omnivores, which means they’ll happily eat virtually anything. If they can’t find food in the wild, they’ll scavenge for it. Human junk food is just one of the many sources of food they consume. Here’s a list of the most common foods they consume. Read on to find out which foods they’re most interested in.
Jessica Watson is a PHD holder from the University of Washington. She studied behavior and interaction between squirrels and has presented her research in several wildlife conferences including TWS Annual Conference in Winnipeg.
