So while adding apples to your squirrel's diet, you should make sure you serve them no more than two to three slices of fruit per day. Always remember to remove the apple core and you should avoid feeding apple seeds to your pet squirrel since they contain a compound called amygdalin.
Are apples OK for squirrels?
The short answer is “yes” squirrels love eating apples and will gladly eat them if you feed them this fruit. In fact, apples can be a fun way to bond and attract squirrels to your squirrel feeders.
How much should a squirrel eat in a day?
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 you feed a squirrel too much?
There's absolutely nothing wrong with feeding squirrels, as long as you don't overdo it. Unlike a bird feeder where you can always have full, a squirrel needs to be able to forage for food. Otherwise, they will become too dependent on people.
How much food does a squirrel eat?
On average, squirrels eat about one pound of food per week. Many people think that squirrels only eat nuts, but this isn't true. Squirrels are omnivores, which means they like to eat plants and meat.
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