Description

The Body length is between 165 to 230 mm

The tail length is usually 90 and 160 mm

The red squirrel is a small squirrel compared to other species

The fur of the squirrel is red to reddish-grey on the top of the squirrel

The Stomach area of the red squirrel is white or some what of a cream color

The red squirrel has white around the eyes

The tail of the squirrel is not a long as most tree squirrels

During summer months the red squirrel may develop a black stripe on its side

Picture of Red squirrels black stripe

The red squirrel is a very good climber as well a good jumper

This is made possible by powerful back legs and claws on the front legs

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