How Do Squirrels Find the Food they Hide? | How Animals Prepare for Winter | SciShow Kids

The video explores the life of squirrels, focusing on their winter habits, food storage techniques, and the impact of forgotten acorns on tree growth. It also discusses the transition to spring and increased squirrel activity, with a personal touch involving a pen pal squirrel named Ruffles.

Why do squirrels spend a lot of time sleeping during winter?

• Because they are lazy

• Because they are nocturnal

• Due to the lack of food availability

• To avoid predators

How do squirrels remember where they buried their food?

• They rely on other animals to remind them

• They use a map

• They mark the spot with a stick

• They dig it up every few days and use their sense of smell

What happens if a squirrel forgets to dig up an acorn?

• It might grow into an oak tree

• It gets eaten by other animals

• It rots away

• It disappears

What changes occur for squirrels as spring approaches?

• They continue to sleep most of the time

• They start hibernating

• They find more food and become more active

• They migrate to a warmer place

What types of food do squirrels eat during the warmer months?

• Only nuts

• Only fruits

• Nuts, fruits, and small animals like insects

• Only small animals