By 2 weeks old, his fur is sparse but starting to become evident if you look at the picture closely. His eyes are closed at this stage but you might begin to see a small slit as they begin to open. His ears begin to move away from the head and the nails and whiskers grow in at this stage of development.
How big is a 3 week old squirrel?
A squirrel is born completely hairless. Their hair doesn't start growing until around 2 weeks of age. By their 3rd week, it should be about 1 mm long. The white fur on their tail will reach about 2 mm long by the time they're 4 weeks old.
What do you feed a 2 week old squirrel?
Place uncooked rice or bird seed in a sock and warm in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Wrap the sock in a soft towel and place it with the baby in an open container [e.g., a box]. Remember, do not give the baby food or water!
What does a baby squirrel look like when it leaves the nest?
Most babies leave the nest in April or May. At this point the babies are fluffy and fat but the parents have exhausted their winter fat and are beginning to shed their winter fur, so look relatively small. A second litter of babies may leave the nest around September.
How do you take care of a 2 week old squirrel?
You can help keep the baby squirrel warm by creating a make-shift nest around it. Place bottles full of warm water under a blanket, towel, or old clothing. Surround the baby with warmth, but do not cover it.
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