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Here, Evan demonstrates
how to effectively lure the squirrel. Notice his slight crouch and bent
knees. This position says to the squirrel, "Hello, squirrelie! I
am your friend! I'm not a big scary human - I'm a nice human who wants
to meet you!" The squirrel, though hesitant, will approach slowly.
It's important to refrain from sudden or jerky movements; this will frighten
the squirrel, who usually scampers up a tree. I've found that the
human voice is music to a squirrel's ears. Squirrels seem to be entranced by
a soft coo or a gentle greeting. Evan and I took different approaches to
the vocal lure. Me: "Oh, hello,
lovey! Hello, squirrelie! Oh, come HERE, I have a lovely treat for you,
sweetie! Come on, lovey! That's nice!" Evan: "C'mere.
C'mere, bub."
You can guess who the
squirrels came to see first.
