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Tree Squirrel |
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The tree is home to many rodents such as the squirrel. The squirrel lives in many areas of the world. It is easily recognized by its bushy tail. Although some squirrels live in burrows underground, the tree squirrel makes its home in trees.
There are about 55 different types of tree squirrels living in the United States, Europe and Asia. The gray squirrel is a very common tree squirrel living in North America. Tree squirrels have bushier tails than ground squirrels and they use it for balance as they run along tree branches. Squirrels are great tree climbers. They can make leaps of 10 to 15 feet from branch to branch. In addition to being a safe place away from predators, the squirrel can collect nuts, berries and fruit for food, and store them in the tree. |
Owl |
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Owls are large birds of prey who are best known for their hooting calls. Owls are generally nocturnal animals tending to sleep during the day and come out at night.
Most owls prefer to live in wooded areas, although some owls will find a home in old church steeples or old buildings. An owl can be easily recognized by its large eyes on the front of its flattened face, and its hooked beak. Its large eyes, positioned on a flat face gives the owl very good eye sight. The owl also has very good hearing, allowing it to easily catch rodents, such as a mouse, in the dark. |
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