New York is home to beautiful nature and outdoor activities. If you’re out walking in the woods or even in your backyard you may notice a large ball of leaves up in the tree. It’s not a bird’s nest, it’s something that squirrels make to try to keep warm in the winter known as a drey. Squirrel nests or dreys consist of branches, moss, and pine needles and are built near the trunk or at the fork of two strong branches for stability.
What are the Most Common Types of Squirrel Species in New York?
The most common squirrel species in New York are both gray and red squirrels and you’ll be able to see their dreys throughout the state including Albany, Buffalo, Rochester, and everywhere in between. New York is also home…..