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Douglas Squirrels2/3/2022 In July of 2021 a new species was add to my research program. Introducing the Douglas squirrel, a species that is closely related to the North American red squirrel. I spent some time in Pacific Spirit Regional Forest as well as at Burnaby Lake, where I encountered several of these shy individuals. Because the invasive grey squirrel is everywhere in the Vancouver area, the Douglas squirrel is often outcompeted and ousted from urban areas. In addition they require a very specific forest type dominated by Douglas fir. As a result these individuals are often difficult to find and follow. I am going to be spending more time with them to explore their communication system. They have a call system that is quite different from their red cousins (the North American red squirrel). Looking forward to more time on the coast this summer!
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