So, this post began as a focus on human hands. Quickly, I decided to focus on nature, my preferred subject in photography. I recalled the many squirrels I have seen through the years and how they cleverly did things with their hands. They are particularly persistent and intelligent when trying to get to bird feeders. I have finally found bird feeders they can’t get in.
No matter how much they have tried, they have never gotten food from that feeder. Humans 1 X 0 Squirrels!
Did you know those tiny hands are very versatile? They can be used for foraging, eating, climbing, balancing, building nests, grooming, and digging. If the internet is trusted, squirrels’ hands can also communicate with other squirrels to alert them about food, dangers, and social status.
That is the story behind the shot. If you liked this photo, you might also be interested in other posts featuring Austin, Monochrome, Monochrome Madness, Squirrel, Texas, and Wildlife. Until the next time, keep clicking and capturing the beauty your eyes find.
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These are truly adorable images Egídio, thank you so much for sharing! 😊
Egidio Leitao
Thank you kindly, Xenia.
Anne Sandler
And they can be so cute. Great photos Egidio.
Egidio Leitao
Yes, they can. I love watching them with their shenanigans.
niasunset
What a lovely one, but your photography is great, standing so real, Thank you, Love, nia
Egidio Leitao
Nia, you’re very kind. Thanks for the comment.
sandyjwhite
Great choices, Egidio.
Egidio Leitao
Thank you very much, Sandy.
sandyjwhite
You are most welcome.
Kathleen Jennette
These little guys are so mischevious but I do love them. “Squirel”. as I call him comes to get snacks every so often. Hes pesty but I can’t help but liking the little guy.
Egidio Leitao
I’m the same way, Kathleen. I often put some seeds for the squirrels since they can’t get to the feeders I have.
carabeinsplash
I was amazed to learn how smart these little guys are…and agile! Great photos. I really like that last one. It couldn’t have been easy as quick as they move.
Egidio Leitao
Cara, thanks for the feedback. You are so right about how agile they are. That last photo was actually a still frame from a video I have of that squirrel attempting to get to the feeder.
Writing to Freedom
I’ve never seen a feeder squirrels couldn’t access. What is this magic feeder? 😊
Egidio Leitao
It’s a very long plastic feeder (a section is shown in the last photo). The bottom of the feeder closes with the squirrel’s weight if it ever gets to the openings. I got it at Lowe’s or Home Depot.
Writing to Freedom
Thanks.
Luso Loonie
I got so many of these guys running rampant in my backyard in the thick of winter! They are quite interesting to observe.
Egidio Leitao
Indeed they are! I love watching them.
restlessjo
The shots are beautiful, Egidio.
Egidio Leitao
Thanks so much for the feedback, Jo.
margaret21
Are these delightful shots of grey squirrels? We tend to be a bit anti-grey in the UK, as they have all but eliminated our native red squirrels. But these photos are lovely, showcasing their grace and agility.
Egidio Leitao
I’m glad you liked them, Margaret. Thanks for writing.
Yanaj *
Indeed simply adorable! What an enchanting and educational post on a grey day, Egídio. I’m amazed by the details as well.
Egidio Leitao
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment, Yanaj. It’s much appreciated.
Vicki
Excellent photos and they are definitely among the most cute little critters I have seen.
Egidio Leitao
Thanks, Vicki. I’m happy you liked the photos. These critters have such interesting personalities.
bushboy
So sweet
Leanne Cole
These are very cute Egidio, I love what you have posted.
philosophy through photography
Egidio, those squirrels may have lost the feeder battle, but let’s be honest—they’re probably engineering their next genius heist as we speak. Stay vigilant! 😆🐿️.
Beautiful clicks, my friend!