Squirrel Peanut Party | My Backyard Friends

[@M98-j9k]

I feed squirrels in my backyard as well. When I put out peanuts, the Bluejays are first on scene. Drives me crazy. I need to build a jar type feeder

[@mybackyardfriends7326]

Our blue jays work fast too

[@rosiegirl2485]

Have you tried to hand feed them yet? I did it for the first time about 2 weeks ago...really cool! It easy once they know you are their food source. I just held the peanut still and let the squirrel come to me. I thought I would jump when he took it..but I didn't! He took it gently! Thank you for these video's..they are curing the "curious cat" in me..ha!

[@mybackyardfriends7326]

Haven’t got to that point. Maybe this next spring I’ll try! Thanks for watching!

[@imaw1nn3r98]

Peanuts are not good for squirrels, same with corn, as they do not really provide them any nutrient benefit. And peanuts in the shell can have an invisible fungus that is harmful - or fatal - to squirrels. Of course, if there isn’t any other food available, they’d prefer to have peanuts than no food. And feeding them organic peanut butter that is unsalted, pure peanut butter is a worthwhile treat. If feeding them nuts, almonds, walnuts, pecans and hazelnuts (filberts) are all wiser options. I have up voted a few of your squirrel videos, such as the nest building camera. Very cool. 🐿

[@imaw1nn3r98]

PS. With warmer weather here, a fresh water source is very beneficial.

[@mybackyardfriends7326]

Appreciate the comments and advice! I’ve been told that about corn and peanuts a lot actually, but I get both free... so it’s hard to not use. As for water, I happen to have three different bird baths on the property that get filled with new water daily. Even during winter. I’ll try and start throwing some healthier options out here when I’m out of free food. Again, appreciate the advice, likes, and good energy. It’s been so fun to start watching these little critters more closely and learning about them. I’m just so blessed to have them in my backyard

[@imaw1nn3r98]

@@mybackyardfriends7326 I love squirrels myself. Thank you for caring for them.

[@carlyhall7821]

Its ok to feed them both in moderation . I make a mix of them with fruits and seeds and other nuts. They LOVE walnuts . I just always double check whats toxic to all my outside critters and Keep fresh water everywhere . No need for television when we have Mother nature to entertain us .

[@Waster_War_Boss]

I think it’s funny how they get territorial when the pile starts getting low

[@mybackyardfriends7326]

Greedy! haha

[@Kate98755]

are we odd wanting to watch squirrels, they climb high into my tree, which puts them at my second story window, i sit with coffee watching, so relaxing, feeder is lower so i can refill...but i can see them. i want to build them lodging next year, am i crazy ? 😂

[@mybackyardfriends7326]

You are not crazy! You’re normal in my book. I love watching them! They surely keep us entertained! Thanks for watching