What Nuts Do Squirrels Eat

What Nuts Do Squirrels Eat

What nuts do squirrels like the most?

Squirrels eat a lot of nuts and will eat any type but their favourite nuts include:
  • Acorns.
  • Walnuts.
  • Pecans.
  • Hazelnuts.
  • Almonds.
  • Beech nuts.
  • Pine nuts.
  • Macadamia.

What nuts can squirrels not eat?

Nuts/Seeds—Two per day, preferably in the shell. Acorns, whole roasted pumpkin seeds, and almonds are the healthiest, followed by hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, English walnuts, pecans, pistachios, and peanuts, in that order. Avoid: Cashews, sunflower seeds, dried corn, pine nuts (will cause severe calcium loss).
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