Squirrel
Found a squirrel?
Baby squirrels often fall after storms, tree work, or nest damage. The safest next step depends on injuries, warmth, location, and whether the mother can return.
If an animal is injured, orphaned, or displaced, contact licensed or permitted help before feeding or handling. Share what you are seeing so the animal can reach appropriate wildlife care.
Start here
Keep pets and children away and watch from a quiet distance.
Take clear photos from above and from the side without handling more than necessary.
If the baby is in a dangerous spot, contact a licensed rehabilitator or local authority before moving it.
Share the exact location, nearby tree or nest information, and what happened before you found it.
Do not do these while waiting for guidance
Do not feed formula, milk, water, nuts, or fruit.
Do not bathe or medicate the squirrel.
Do not assume a quiet baby is healthy or safe to keep overnight.
Why this matters
Reuniting may be possible in some situations, but injuries, cat contact, coldness, or nest destruction can change the safest plan. Get qualified guidance before attempting anything.
Other situations to know
Does anything else apply here?
These situations can happen with any animal, including this one. Keep them in mind alongside the guidance above.
Found as an injured adult?
Adult wildlife can injure people when scared, even when they look weak. The best first step is distance, safety, photos, and a call to qualified help.
Do not attempt to capture adult wildlife unless instructed by a qualified person.
Do not grab, corner, chase, or throw a towel over it without guidance.
Take photos or video from a safe distance and share location, species, and visible injuries.
Hit by a vehicle?
Vehicle strikes can involve hidden injuries, traffic danger, and babies nearby. Stay safe first, then share exact location and visible details.
Do not step into traffic or block a roadway to reach the animal.
Call local emergency services or animal control when people or traffic are at risk.
Note the exact road, nearest cross street, and direction of travel.
Did tree work disturb a nest or den?
Tree trimming, removals, landscaping, and storm cleanup can expose nests or dens. Pausing work and getting guidance can prevent avoidable harm.
Stop work in the immediate area if it is safe to do so.
Keep equipment, pets, and foot traffic away from the babies or nest area.
Do not relocate babies to a random tree, box, or yard without guidance.