Grey Squirrel

The Grey Squirrel is a medium-sized tree squirrel with mostly grey fur, although brownish shades often appear along the sides and head. Its tail is bushy and grey with pale edges, and the underside is white. In summer, its coat looks sleeker and browner compared to the thicker winter fur. It has little or no ear tufts, which helps to tell it apart from the native Red Squirrel. Originally from eastern North America, this squirrel was brought to Britain in the 1800s. Since then, it has spread widely across England, Wales, and parts of Scotland and Ireland. It lives in woods with mainly broadleaf trees, parks, and gardens, especially liking oak and beech trees. The Grey Squirrel is very adaptable and is often seen in towns and cities. It makes use of bird feeders and nest boxes found in gardens. It is active during the day and spends a lot of time searching for food on the ground.