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Squirrels in Different Moods

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                                                                           A Squirrel is eating kernel  In the lap of Nature there are many beautiful creations as nature does nothing in vain. Squirrels are one of the kinds of most beautiful yet small creatures in our surroundings. Squirrels are social animal and rodents that have long bushy tails. In general, their fur is soft and silky, although much thicker in some species than others. The color of squirrels is highly variable between—and often even within—species. Squirrels are small but the African pygmy squirrels (10 centimeters long) are the smallest .  The largest are the giant squirrels (90 centimeters long and weigh 3 kilograms) of Asia .  In many cities squirrels are seen more often than any other wild mammal. The squirrel family also includes groundhogs, prairie dogs, and chipmunks. There are more than 250 different animals in the family. Squirrels are well-known for their quick movements. They can make grea