Sprinting to the photo of the week finishing line (or is it itching intensely - what do you think?) is this stunning photo of the UK’s tuftiest mammal, the red squirrel, kindly sent in by Nature’s Home reader Lynne Donovan. Isn’t it gorgeous?
I vividly remember the first time I saw a red squirrel. Having heard and read about them for years, learning various facts and that they only live in the north, actually seeing it scamper around in a tree in the Cairngorms felt unreal. I think Lynne has perfectly captured their slightly ethereal nature – at least that’s how I think of them, being a southerner – so thanks for sending your photos in.
"Got an itch" - photo courtesy of Lynne Donovan
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May your weekend be full of nature!
Jack
Swirling and flapping, less of the gliding. They fly mainly over water, and will also perch on overhead wires or branches. play Just Fall Lol
What a wonderful species! red squirrels were chased by gray squirrels from the United States. These red squirrels have become very rare. Combien de dpi souris gamer ?
The smallest of all the hirundines, these are dark brown but for a white underside divided by a distinctive brown bar across the chest. fun run 3 play online