Flesh-eating squirrels which hunt down and devour voles have been spotted for the first time in the wild. Until now, squirrels were thought to be primarily vegetarian, cramming their cheeks full ...

Flesh-eating squirrels which hunt down and devour voles have been spotted for the first time in the wild.. Until now, squirrels were thought to be primarily vegetarian, cramming their cheeks full of ...

California ground squirrels are as commonplace as the seeds, acorns, and grains they’re often seen nibbling. Yet, scientists ...

California ground squirrels of all ages and genders were reported hunting, eating, and competing between themselves for vole prey. 74 interactions with voles were observed, 42% of which involved ...

A study reveals the first evidence of California squirrels eating voles. Experts explain why this phenomenon is critical to future behavioral discoveries in animals.

Squirrels are one of the most familiar animals to people,” Jennifer E. Smith of UW-Eau Claire said in a UC Davis statement. “We see them right outside our windows; we interact with them regularly.

A study reveals the first evidence of California squirrels eating voles. Experts explain why this phenomenon is critical to future behavioral discoveries in animals.

Most squirrels are omnivores, but are usually seen eating nuts, seeds, and grains. However, some species are known to eat some animal protein. The eastern gray squirrel will supplement its diet ...

Squirrels were filmed feasting on tiny rodents. Scientists are perplexed. Researchers said in a new study that they were stunned to witness California ground squirrels, who mostly eat nuts and ...

A UC Davis study showed a nutty novel behavior in California squirrels: They’re hunting like carnivores, taking down and consuming other, smaller rodents.. As part of an ongoing 12-year study of ...