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Squirrel

Mammal
Collective name: a dray · also: a scurry
The native Red Squirrel, now rare in most of England.
The native Red Squirrel, now rare in most of England.

An agile rodent, commonly seen in parks and woodlands.

The common Grey Squirrel, introduced from North America.
The common Grey Squirrel, introduced from North America.

💡 Fun Facts

  • Can forget where it buried hundreds of nuts, meaning it accidentally plants lots of new trees!
  • Has ankles that can rotate 180 degrees, allowing it to climb down trees head-first.

🕸️ Food Web

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🎴 Field Research Data Cards

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Squirrel

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Squirrel
Length / Height35 cm
Weight300 g
Lifespan5 years
Top Speed15.5 mph
Heart Rate300 bpm
Intelligence-
Stealth / Camo-
Defence / Ferocity-