Louise Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 I was sitting in the conservatory this morning when one of my murderous beasties shot across the patio pursuing what looked like a tiny fox Blow me if it wasn't a Red Squirrel I couldn't believe it I didn't think they were as far south as me but it definitely was and it was so pretty and tiny compared to the grey First time I have ever seen one I just hope it stays away from both my cats and the grey ones as I know the greys are hooching with fleas and that is how squirrel pox is spread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beauty-Box Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Hi Louise Lucky you Iv'e only seen red squirrels at Formby. They are a lot smaller than the grey one's aren't they? I like the little tufty bits if hair on their ears. It would be nice if it stayed around so you could see it again, Love from Rebecca.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 You lucky, lucky thing! I'd love to see one! What a fabulous thing to see! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted June 18, 2006 Author Share Posted June 18, 2006 If it hangs around I will try to get a picture but half of me hopes it goes my two boys are such good hunters and Tink will catch the grey ones as well You never know I will keep my eyes peeled Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Wow,how lucky to see one in the wild,& right by your house too We have seen them at centerparcs,& I agree,they are just adorable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Hello! (remember me ) We used to have red squirrels in the woods near home. Not seen one for years & years though. Lucky you Louise! PS Forum on a Sunday Louise? How come?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted June 18, 2006 Author Share Posted June 18, 2006 Hi Gina, Welcome back good to see you Forum on a sunday = work That is the only reason I saw the Squirrel as well I wouldn't normally be up at 7 on a Sunday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Tufty! How lovely, Louise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Oh lucky you I hope he comes back for another visit! karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 I've never seen one! Lucky you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tamsin Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 How lovely, Lucky you poor you having to work on a sunday though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Wow, how lovely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali-s Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 We get Red Squirrels at the School where I work (smiley for the Squirrel not work). They come close up to the staff room window looking for food or pinch the nuts and bread from our bird table. They are quite tame (although I don't think you could get really close to one) and scamper about the school grounds. Ocassionaly we get a visit from a Buzzard to the bird table. That is a spendid sight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popcorn Posted June 18, 2006 Share Posted June 18, 2006 Hope you're well rested tonight Louise after working today. Good to see you still found a bit of forum time though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted June 21, 2006 Share Posted June 21, 2006 I couldn't believe it I didn't think they were as far south as me but it definitely was and it was so pretty and tiny compared to the grey I saw one in the Lake District a few years ago.... Lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 Welcome back to Tufty and Gina (whatever happened to Tufty?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 (whatever happened to Tufty?) http://www.scarysquirrel.org/tufty/tuftyclub/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted June 22, 2006 Share Posted June 22, 2006 Thanks Shona - I had one of those badges - brings back memories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
