The Unlikely Opponent: Squirrel Stands Up To A Hawk

Size, Habit, & More For The Squirrel and hawk

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Size:

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Size:

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Habitat:

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Habitat:

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Movement:

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Movement:

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Prey:

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Prey:

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Predatory Behavior:

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Predatory Behavior:

Predatory, hunts for food actively Learn more

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The Unlikely Opponent: Squirrel Stands Up To A Hawk

Size, Habit, & More For The Squirrel and hawk

Size:

Relatively small

Size:

Larger

Habitat:

Habitat:

Movement:

Movement:

Prey:

Prey:

Predatory Behavior:

Predatory Behavior:

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