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How much should you feed a squirrel?

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Grey squirrels consume between 40g and 80g (1.5 to 3 oz.)of food per day, which represents about 10% of their body weight, while Reds eat about 18g (0.6 oz.) per day, or roughly 5% of theirs.


Can a squirrel eat too much?

These human foods are NOT good for us, they are definitely not good for squirrels. If you are feeding wildlife in your backyard, then make sure that you avoid overfeeding them. It's okay to feed them, but you need to allow them to find their own food in nature.

How many times do you feed a squirrel?

(Example: A 5-week-old squirrel will be strictly on formula and not yet on solid foods, so he will need to be fed every three hours. A seven-week-old squirrel will be nibbling on solid foods, and will need formula about four times a day, or every 4 hours.

Can you overfeed a baby squirrel?

Do not overfeed or increase feeding amounts too quickly! Baby squirrels will overeat if you let them and get diarrhea or bloating, which can be fatal. Weigh the baby every day at the same time to determine if they are gaining or losing weight and adjust the formula amount as needed.

What is the healthiest thing to feed a squirrel?

Nuts/Seeds—Two per day, preferably in the shell. Acorns, whole roasted pumpkin seeds, and almonds are the healthiest, followed by hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, English walnuts, pecans, pistachios, and peanuts, in that order.

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