The heat is making squirrels 'sploot' — a goofy act that signals something serious
As climate change is making extreme heat events more common, these bright-eyed and bushy-tailed critters are "splooting" to cope.
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The Other Twitterverse: Squirrels Eavesdrop On Birds, Researchers Say
A squirrel wondering if it's safe enough to forage for food apparently listens for the reassuring chatter of nearby birds, a study finds.
Emotional Support Squirrel A No-Go On Frontier Flight
A woman who tried to fly to Ohio from Orlando with her rodent companion ultimately agreed to exit after the other passengers were required to deplane and police were called.
NPR News Nuggets: Happy Feet, Squirrel Attack & A Lasting Smell
Here's a quick roundup of some of the mini-moments you may have missed on this week's Morning Edition.
Chicago Alderman Warned About Aggressive Squirrels. Then One Took Him Out
Last month, Howard Brookins was raising the alarm about troublemaking urban squirrels. Then one hurled itself at his bicycle — "like a suicide bomber, getting revenge," he told the Chicago Tribune.
Leprosy Surprise: Medieval Scourge Is Lurking In British Squirrels
Leprosy has been long gone from Great Britain. Or so we thought. Midevil