Eurasian Red Squirrel(Iora rua)

Identification Tips

• 1Red-brown to dark brown fur (can vary significantly)
• 2Prominent ear tufts, especially in winter
• 3Smaller and slimmer than grey squirrels
• 4Long bushy tail held over back
• 5Active during daylight hours

Similar Species

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Red squirrels are smaller with ear tufts and a slimmer build

Description

Ireland's native squirrel species, now under pressure from the introduced grey squirrel. Red squirrels are found mainly in coniferous and mixed woodland.

Habitat

Further Reading

• Vincent Wildlife Trust Ireland | Red Squirrel