This little one is now offically known as the Sis baby. This took the 70-200 + TC, can't get very close.
Had to do some waiting a sneaking to get this head shot. Most youngsters do not make their 1st year (50%+ mortality). It has been a common thought that predatation was the main killer of squirrels,(all ages), however it is now believed that illness plays the most important roll in this.
Squirrels are the ultimate bird feeder raiders, but raccoons can really destroy bird feeders as well. Or like my good friend in MD, a black bear on her deck!!! So when we put food out that appeals to a variety of wilds it's the 'set the table we will come' thing.
