It's that time of the year again. Texas squirrels, which have litters twice a year, are currently going through their second cycle, so there's about to be a lot more baby squirrels around the Lone ...

Texas squirrels, which have litters twice a year, are currently going through their second cycle, so there's about to be a lot more baby squirrels around the Lone Star State.

As of September 2022, the number has dropped to 0.36 squirrels per acre — a decline of about 92% from 2020 and the lowest number recorded since 1989. Number of squirrels in Texas are down ...

Squirrels in Texas are splooting earlier this year to cool off during this week's early heat wave. The quirky and adorable behavior has made an early appearance. Chron Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo.

At the time, I realized I had not seen squirrels like this in other parts of the county. After a few photos and sharing pleasantries, it was time to head home and learn more about my new desert ...