Squirrels can climb fruit trees with ease to snatch their fruits. Squirrels consume the harvest from a variety of fruiting trees, including but not limited to pears, grapes, apples, kiwi, avocados, peaches, nectarines, figs, plums, mangoes, and citrus. 8 сент. 2018 г.
What is a ground squirrels favorite food?
Ground squirrels eat a diet of nuts and seeds, with a particular preference for California black walnuts, grass seeds, and poppies. They also eat fruit (especially gooseberries and prickly pear) and will eat insects and fungi.
What fruit is best for squirrels?
SQUIRREL FEEDING GUIDEFoodQualityInformationFruits (Apple, cantaloupe, grapes, strawberries, watermelon)ExcellentOffer small quantities of non-citrus fruit.HazelnutsExcellentLeave in shell to promote gnawing.Human junk food (Candy, chocolate, chips)PoorPoor nutritional value.
What fruit is bad for squirrels?
Avoid: Dates, dried fruit of any kind, figs, fruit juice, persimmons, plums, prunes, raisins.
What vegetables do ground squirrels eat?
Preferred garden vegetables and fruits include: carrots, squash, watermelon, cucumbers, peas, beans, strawberries, blueberries, tomatoes, corn, oranges, cherries, avocados, apricots and apples. When these items become ripe, the squirrels eat them to gain energy from the sugary carbohydrates.
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