I Found a Squirrel, Now What?

Baby squirrels that have fallen from a nest should be given an opportunity to be reunited with mom unless they are injured. Mother squirrels always have an alternate nest. They will retrieve their babies one at a time and take them to the original or alternate nest provided they can find their young, are not being watched and the young are in an accessible place.

Babies should be wrapped loosely in a t-shirt or put in a shallow box with leaves at the base of tree that is suspected to be their home--even if the tree has been trimmed or even completely cut down. If the babies are not furred, a heat source such as a hot water bottle should be placed with them. The area should be left completely undisturbed for two to three hours to allow the mother enough time to retrieve her young.

If the animal is showings signs of injury, or the parents do not return, please call Greenwood Wildlife at (303) 823-8455 to discuss what you observe and to decide with a rehabilitator if the animal you see needs help.

If you determine that an animal needs to be brought to our facility, please follow these instructions for capturing and transporting animals.