A Shade Above Your Average Squirrel
Naturalist Stan Tekiela explores the genetics and surprising advantages behind black squirrels, nature’s colorful twist on a common creature.
Even the most ordinary critters in nature have behaviors and characteristics that are fascinating. The eastern gray squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) is one of the most common and overlooked critters in America, found throughout the entire eastern half of the country.
Black squirrels are the melanistic variation of the eastern gray squirrel, offering a unique twist on a familiar creature.
Here’s an extremely common critter with so many cool stories to tell.
Author's summary: Exploring black squirrels' genetics and advantages.
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