Female Red Squirrel. But for decades red squirrels have been in decline. Breeding dispersal by female red squirrels was thus a form of parental investment.
Biologist jessica haines says she often saw the mother sitting near her nest (right) around the time of the attacks, possibly trying to guard her young.
Red squirrels are not sexually dimorphic as male red squirrels and female red squirrels are the same size. The red squirrel is the uk's only native squirrel species, and was once a common sight. The red squirrel is slightly smaller than the eastern grey squirrel which has a head to. This beautiful squirrel is very sociable, accepts without difficulty the human being, so it is common to see her in gardens and parks accepting food in the hands of people.