Eastern Gray Squirrel

	Eastern Gray Squirrel
	Cat Given Name:	Squirrel
	Common Name(s):	Red Squirrel,  Eastern Gray Squirrel
	Other Name(s):	Cat Squirrel,  Migratory Squirrel
	Scientific Name(s):	Tamiasciurus hudsonicus,  Sciurus carolinensis
	Physical Description:	A large bodied rodent with pointed ears and powerful back legs and a fluffy tail. They usually have gray fur, but they can have red, black and white fur as well. Their belly is white.
	Physical Statistics:	Length: 15 - 20 inches (38 - 52 Centimeters) Weight: 11-26 oz (338-750 grams)
	Behavior:	Squirrels build their nests in trees. During winter, Squirrels will gather nuts to cache. Older squirrels will spend more time in the trees, but younger ones will spend a lot of time exploring their territory on the ground.
	Social Organization:	Eastern Gray Squirrels live alone except for when raising their young. While mating, the males will chase females.
	Approval Level*:	None; Squirrels are common in the forest.
	Kill Difficulty:	Moderate; Squirrels have sharp teeth that they will use when cornered.
	Hunting Difficulty:	Advanced; Squirrels are fast, very alert, and can let out a cry that will send prey into hiding for hours.
	Food Quality:	High; Squirrels are large and delicious, due to their protein heavy diet.
*Some creatures require approval to appear in RP. This is to make sure the Admins and Mods who need to know are fully aware of a species currently active in their area. These ratings are mainly for those creatures that are uncommon or pose a threat of some sort to the cats.