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[–] 23 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 child)

I heard that baby squirrels being trusting towards humans or actively seeking out humans can be a sign of them needing help, due to being seperated from their parent. Did that happen?

Edit: I did some research, baby squirels sitting on the ground is unusual, but can be part of the mother relocating nests. If you can and this is a wild squirel, it's best to observe for a couple of minutes, and check if mom comes to pick the baby up. If you'd like to read more, I found this informative: https://squirrelforum.com/care-resources/

Or maybe you know more than me, in this case: Good job, and feel free to disregard :)

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  • [–] [S] 28 points 2 months ago (1 child)

    Yes, my neighbours had a nest in their chimney, which was removed. The babies and parents have taken up residence in a nearby tree. The adults let us get close too, but not this close!

    We've been feeding them for years so we're not totally unfamiliar to them.

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  • [–] 3 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) (1 child)

    Guess I misinterpreted the situation, sorry if I was pushy. Happy to hear the squirrels are okay :)

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  • [–] 10 points 2 months ago

    The fools!! Muhahahaha!

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  • [–] 7 points 2 months ago

    Or so they would have you believe...

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