by Squirrely | Dec 30, 2020 | White Squirrel Research Institute
The red astericks * indicate sightings of Brevard-like white squirrels outside the primary study area as reported by residents since July 1987. Because of close proximity, some * represent multiple sightings. For more details or to report additional sightings contact...
by Squirrely | Dec 30, 2020 | White Squirrel Research Institute
Because of observing nesting patterns and interactions of mother and offspring (and because I don’t have a life and watch squirrels much to much), I have been able to track the variations in the head patch and dorsal stripes and confirm that specific patterns...
by Squirrely | May 13, 2018 | White Squirrel Research Institute
What is a white squirrel? What is a white squirrel and where did they come from? Is it a distinct species? Is it a mutation? These are some of my most FAQs. And the answer is, it depends. There is, in fact, one tree squirrel for which a white coat seems to be a...
by Squirrely | Oct 3, 2013 | White Squirrel Research Institute
The original self-guided tour was a collection of foam board posters displayed at the Transylvania Heritage Museum each Memorial Day weekend. A handout describing the posters resembled this document but lacked its detail and transitions. That was intentional so that...
by Squirrely | Oct 9, 2010 | White Squirrel Research Institute
Brevard’s white squirrel, whether found in Brevard or a neighboring community, typically has a white coat with dark eyes, a head patch, and a dorsal strip that broadens at the shoulder resembling a saddle. The head patch can be solid, horseshoe or doughnut...
by Squirrely | Apr 16, 2010 | White Squirrel Research Institute
This is a relatively technical (and wordy) posting. The first few paragraphs outline just enough genetics to understand the terminology. If you’ve had Biology 101, this is probably review. The rest is algebra. If this kind of approach is not for you, suffice...
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