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Researchers Shocked To Discover Carnivorous Squirrels: 'I Could Barely Believe My Eyes'
A group of California squirrels—long thought to be nut-hoarding vegetarians—have evolved into carnivorous predators, according to a groundbreaking study. Scientists documented California ...
Animal group files complaint against Yale University's treatment of squirrels in research project
An animal advocacy group has filed a complaint against Yale University, claiming two squirrels involved in a research project were injured. The squirrels, the complaint claims, suffered a partial tail ...
Human-fed red squirrels in Britain develop weaker jaws and flatter skulls
A large team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in the U.K. has found evidence that red squirrels fed by ...
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Red squirrel group sees 'invasion' of greys
Penrith and District Red Squirrel Group (P&DRSG), which covers 400 sq miles (1,036 sq km) of Cumbria, was set up 40 years ago when the first grey was spotted there. Founder Robert Benson said ...