Cracked Corn: Cracked corn is a simple no mess way to feed many of the birds and wildlife in your backyard. Cracked Corn can be offered year-round in a wide variety of feeders. It is ideal for feeding squirrels, chipmunks, jays, doves and ducks from ground or hanging trays.
What do squirrels like to eat the most?
In general, squirrels eat a mixture of seeds, nuts, corn, fruit, leaves, fungi and bark. Setting out a variety of these items can help them get a balanced source of nutrition. Even a few of these things, like sunflower seeds and peanuts, will satisfy most squirrels.
Can you feed corn to squirrels?
Corn is a squirrel favorite, but fails to offer quality nutrition. Offer small quantities of non-citrus fruit. Leave in shell to promote gnawing.
Why can't squirrels eat corn?
There are two cases where I readily acknowledge that feeding corn to squirrels can be harmful. Corn that is not fully dried (moisture content in the 20% range), or dried corn that has been stored under conditions of high humidity, can become moldy and are a source of mycotoxins. Mycotoxins are toxic to most animals.
Do squirrels like dried corn on the cob?
Try giving your squirrels corn on the cob for a healthy, crunchy snack. Squirrels love food they can gnaw on, making corn on the cob a great option.
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