Today is dedicated to appreciating our furry neighbors

Squirrels are mostly looked at as either a nuisance that you are trying to get out of your home or property or you barely think about them at all. Today is national squirrel appreciation day, a day dedicated to education and conservation efforts surrounding our furry little neighbors. Squirrels play an essential role in our ecosystem by aiding in reforestation. Some residents are participating in the day by setting out food for the squirrels.

Coyotes are sighted often in the state of North Carolina. Coyotes look like red wolves but are much smaller in size. Officials are warning people that they may see an uptick in the amount of coyotes out and about from now until the end of March. This is peak mating season for them and they tend to be more active during these months. Coyotes are some of the most adaptable animals on Earth and wherever there is a food source, they can thrive i.e in urban or suburban areas.

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National Squirrel Appreciation Day

Usually, it’s a bad thing to be called squirrelly. But on Tuesday, it’s a good thing. That’s because it’s National Squirrel Appreciation Day.

These wonderful creatures can even water ski! A wildlife rehabilitator from the Western North Carolina Nature Center created the day. You can celebrate by putting some food out for squirrels in your neighborhood, or learning more about the animal. Learn more

Summary: Today is national squirrel appreciation day, a day dedicated to education and conservation efforts surrounding our furry little neighbors. Squirrels play an essential role in our ecosystem.

Coyotes are out and about this season, Outer Banks town says

There might be more coyotes roaming around these days, North Carolina officials warn.

The Town of Nags Head on North Carolina’s Outer Banks warned residents on Friday that they may see increased coyote activity until March. With it being mating season, they may be out and about more than usual, the town says in a Facebook post. See more

Summary: Coyotes mating season runs from February to the end of March. Officials say that North Carolina residents will see an uptick in coyote sightings as they are more active during this time.