Record #:

26788

Author(s):

Abstract:

The gray squirrel is surprisingly, the number one game animal in North Carolina. This small target is challenging but there are several methods to hunt gray squirrels. An ideal time for hunting a squirrel is just after a light rain or during a light drizzle when the wind is calm.

Source:

Friend O’ Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 30 Issue 6, Nov/Dec 1983, p8, il

Subject(s):

Gray squirrels; Hunting

Record #:

9434

Author(s):

Amundson, Rod

Abstract:

Amundson discusses the history, description, behavior, breeding habits, enemies, and management of North Carolina's state mammal, the gray squirrel.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 40 Issue 9, Sept 1976, p4-6, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gray squirrels

Record #:

9192

Author(s):

Barkalow, F.S.

Abstract:

Barkalow compares the habits, life histories, descriptions, foods, and management of two members of North Carolina's squirrel family--the gray and fox squirrels.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 38 Issue 9, Sept 1974, p4-6, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gray squirrels; Fox squirrel

Record #:

8528

Author(s):

Sheffield, Sarah L.; Barkalow, F.S.

Abstract:

In 1969, the North Carolina General Assembly designated the gray squirrel to be the state's official mammal. It received its scientific name in 1788, from Johann Gmelin, who called it Sciurus carolinensis, or “shade tail of Carolina.” The gray squirrel lives throughout the state and depends on hardwood forests for its food and shelter. While it was an abundant food source in the early days of the nation, its role as a food animal is largely over. Still, hunters who like to hunt alert, hard-to-fool game seek out this wily animal. Each year around three million gray squirrels are killed in the state.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 34 Issue 4, Apr 1970, p13-16, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Gray squirrels