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Old November 12th, 2009, 08:43 AM
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Squirrely family

While I was sitting here in front of the PC,I saw this going on outside my window..mama Squirrell and her 2 teenage kids.
Not great pics(through the screen)put a much needed smile on my face
They were defleaing each other and waiting for their brekki from me..

Squirrells normally not very social animals,will nest together in the winter to stay warm,smart little critters
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Old November 12th, 2009, 08:44 AM
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and some more....in the 2 last ones mama went to get some peanuts from hubby..
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Old November 12th, 2009, 09:41 AM
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awww those are so sweet, I love their colors, the squirrels are so busy right now gathering and its such a fight between them and the blue jays *L*.
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Old November 12th, 2009, 10:31 AM
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So what do the Boys think of all this squirrely activity, chico? Do they get all ga-ga watching them through the window?

Sure are cute the way they're grooming each other.
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Chico, that put a smile on my face, I love squiggies
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Old November 12th, 2009, 10:59 AM
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I didn't know they stayed in family units for so long . I have never seen squirrels groom each other before, so cute.
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Old November 12th, 2009, 11:16 AM
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Normally they do not groom each other,but this little family has stayed together,which is too unusual.
But I read most Squirrels will find one or more Squirrels to cuddle up with when it gets cold.

My cats are so used to them,they don't even flinch or try to catch them.
We've seen them outside almost side by side and they just look at each other
Bailey on the other hand,will chase them
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Old November 12th, 2009, 12:37 PM
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I love squirrels. They're so cute.
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