Eastern Gray Squirrels are a species of rodent commonly found on Long Island. They are gray-brown in color with long bushy tails and small paws equipped with very sharp nails used for climbing. Eastern Gray Squirrels eat fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts. They bury nuts and seeds that eventually grow into trees helping keep Long Island green. These squirrels have 2 litters of babies every year: once in the spring and once in the late summer.
Eastern Gray Squirrels use their bushy tails for more than just warmth! Their tails are important in helping them balance while climbing long branches. They are also used to communicate with other nearby squirrels. They flick their tails in different ways to tell other squirrels about nearby danger and even to attract a possible mate.
Eastern Gray Squirrels are an important part of our environment, here are some ways to easily coexist with them.
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