Our young squirrel in care has started caching — that adorable (and very important!) behavior of hiding food for later. In the wild, caching is a key survival skill. As fall sets in, squirrels instinctively start gathering and burying nuts, seeds, and other treats to prepare for the colder months ahead. This behavior isn’t just about food storage — it helps them exercise memory, develop independence, and even plays a role in forest health when forgotten seeds sprout into new trees! 🌳 Seeing a r