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Eastern Gray Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis

About the Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis, common name eastern gray squirrel or grey squirrel depending on region, is a tree squirrel in the genus Sciurus. It is native to eastern North America, where it is the most prodigious and ecologically essential natural forest regenerator. The eastern grey squirrel in Europe is regarded as an invasive species.

Key Facts

  • Very commonly spotted - over 390,536 observations recorded!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Eastern Gray Squirrel?

The scientific name of the Eastern Gray Squirrel is Sciurus carolinensis.

How many Eastern Gray Squirrel sightings have been recorded?

390,536 observations of the Eastern Gray Squirrel have been recorded on iNaturalist.

390,536 observations on iNaturalist
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