When does a sqiurrel become sexually mature?

If there are not too many squirrels in the area, the young will build nests nearby. Otherwise, they will be chased away to less crowded feeding areas. Typically some of the squirrels will remain actively using the birthing den. Sexual maturity: Squirrels are sexually mature and able to reproduce at 11 months.

1. At what age do squirrels become sexually active?
2. Are squirrels aggressive during mating season?
3. How can you tell if a squirrel is male or female?
4. What is the gestation period of a GREY squirrel?

At what age do squirrels become sexually active?

A squirrel reaches sexual maturity at 10-12 months. At this age, the males and females are fertile and can begin mating. A female, however, will not have more than one litter the first year of her adult life.

Are squirrels aggressive during mating season?

The Mating Chase

When a female squirrel is approaching estrus (going into heat), male squirrels gather near her territory and wait for her to become receptive. If one of the males approaches and tries to mate with the female before she is ready, she will violently defend her territory against her pursuer.

How can you tell if a squirrel is male or female?

The nipples of adult female squirrels become more prominent during the mating season. The location of the genitals differs between male and female squirrels. The male reproductive organs are located closer to the navel, while the females' are located closer to the anus.

What is the gestation period of a GREY squirrel?

Young squirrels are born blind and hairless, in litters of 3-4, after a gestation of 44 days. Lactation lasts up to 10 weeks, though the young start to take solid food after about 8 weeks. They can breed at 10-12 months old.