California ground squirrels are hunting and eating voles, challenging views of them as herbivores.

A recent study has shown that California ground squirrels are hunting and eating voles, challenging the view of squirrels as strictly herbivores. Researchers observed 42% of interactions where squirrels actively hunted the small rodents, especially when vole numbers increased. This behavior suggests squirrels are more adaptable than previously thought, potentially thriving in changing environments.

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