Eastern
Gray Squirrel
Sciurus carolinensis
Adopted 1969
Gray squirrels are found statewide in forests, city parks, and yards with
shade trees. Squirrels build bulky nests of twigs and leaves on tree limbs,
but they may also use nest boxes or natural cavities. Young are born in
spring, and often another litter is produced in the summer. These popular
game animals often bury acorns and other seeds that may germinate and
grow into trees. 
Sounds:
Single squirrel
WAV
RealAudio
Multiple squirrels WAV
RealAudio
Squirrel recordings © copyright Lang Elliott
"Gray Squirrels make two primary sounds: a series of softish barks and the loud, harsh calls typical of the species. There are a variety of bird sounds in the background in both recordings, but the squirrel sounds are loud and obvious." - Lang Elliott
Cool Links:
Squirrel Wildlife Rehabilitation - What to do if you find an injured or orphaned squirrel.
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