The females are the primary builders of these nests, constructing multiple dwellings throughout the year. They meticulously gather and interweave stems, twigs, and other plant material to create a sturdy, hollow structure. The interior is lined with soft, fluffy material, providing a comfortable haven for the young squirrels. With two openings, the nest offers easy access and exit for the occupants.
While squirrels may be a nuisance in neighborhoods, their nests offer a fascinating glimpse into their behavior and [+]
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Bare tree limbs in the winter season reveal squirrel nests that have been built by females in the previous summer months. These nests serve as safe havens for baby squirrels to birth and grow, and the mother squirrel may move to a new nest if she feels threatened.
• To identify a tree with a squirrel nest, look for pieces of chewed stems about 6 inches in length with gnawed ends lying around the base of the tree. Squirrels chew these stems off branches and interweave them into a large, round clump that measures one or more feet in diameter. The pieces that don’t get interwoven in building the nest fall to the ground.
• Squirrel nests are hollow with an inner layer of softer material filled with stripped bark, grass, moss, pine needles, and leaves. There are usually two openings in the nest for easy ingress and egress. While squirrels can cause damage to neighborhoods and homes, removing their nests is the most effective way to [+]
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‘RHS Urban Show will celebrate Manchester’s gardening boom
In a groundbreaking move, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is set to celebrate the growing interest in indoor gardening at the RHS Urban Show.
It will be the UK’s first entirely indoor flower show, scheduled to take place at Manchester’s Mayfield Depot from April 18 to April 21, 2024.
