Today we noticed a squirrel checking out the suet in the feeder. This little guy seems to have two different color coats: gray and light brown. Any ideas why or how?
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In Port Huron, Michigan, they have the all black squirrel, perhaps the range of the black squirrel is in your area?
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Don’t think the black squirrels come this far south, at least I’ve never seen any here.
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Definitely a strange color combo. I have no idea on the why or how.
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I wondered if it was shedding a winter coat…it seemed like the brown looked different than the gray coat. Look at the header photo.
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I thought about that. Our squirrels are the same color year round.
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Love the video! The squirrel was surprised by an unexpected visitor. Cute😊
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That little bird did spook him! Thanks, Suzette!
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😊Yes!
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I found this link. Could be normal shedding in spring or possible mange.
https://www.wildlifeillinois.org/sightings/squirrel-with-missing-fur/
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Thanks for sharing that.
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Probably just shedding the old coat!
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I tend to agree with that idea. Thanks for chiming in.
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Someone using its tail as a paintbrush?
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LOL I like that!
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I’ve noticed we have more deer every year with strange coloration. My theory is that the striking ones don’t blend in as much and are less likely to get hit by cars….a modern twist to natural selection. But the squirrel has natural predators, so this might make your friend a rare anomaly.
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Nice and intelligent idea. Makes sense.
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