Critter Watch

If you live or work on a college campus, you have probably seen the plump squirrels that wander gracefully around the grounds.  I'm kidding, of course - there is nothing graceful about the little creatures.  They waddle about and struggle to stay aloft tree branches.  I swear I even saw one lying on its back, waiting for someone to toss him leftovers from lunch!

This is the average size of a campus squirrel:

On the other hand, the poor fellows have led me to appreciate critters like this:

                  

 

What kind of creatures do you notice in your environment? While I don't usually see sheep, chicks, or blue herons around my campus, I have seen them all by my home in MN.  The next time you go for a walk, take a look around - you might be surprised by all of the things you'll notice!