Subj : Re: Brr
To   : ZIP
From : Rob Mccart
Date : Wed Nov 19 2025 09:10:26

RM> I don't think those are native where you are, other than the
RM> Siberian Chipmunk that was introduced into Europe and Sweden

ZI>No, I think I've only ever seen red squirrels here, no chipmunks...
  >unless you count Chip 'n' Dale. :)

I sort of thought you probably didn't have them there from your
comment on the situation.

I have to say that Chipmunks are probably my favourite of all the
critters around here. They generally don't do any damage, live in
holes they dig in the ground mostly, don't make much noise and are
rather cute and can be tempted to take food from your hand if you
care to take the time..

Red Squirrels are a pain.. they will chew holes in your eaves
to get into the attic where it's warmer and are a lot noisier..
Raccoons can be quite destructive as well.

The rest of things are pretty shy around people. I've had
porupines, mink and various weasel types, muskrats, beavers,
ground hogs, foxes, skunks and lots of larger things like deer,
moose, bears and, a while back, a wolf pack and even a Cougar.
(a.k.a. Puma, Panther or Mountain Lion depending on where it is..).

I won't bother with the reptiles and amphibians..   B)

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