Q&A – Are these oak tree twigs a sign of problems or just squirrels?
Question:
Are these oak tree twigs a sign of problems or just squirrels?
Answer:
These twigs are dropped by squirrels that are trying to build a nest for the winter. University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond says the squirrels are not always good at holding onto the twigs. This will not damage the tree.
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Are these oak tree twigs a sign of problems or just squirrels?
Answer:
These twigs are dropped by squirrels that are trying to build a nest for the winter. University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond says the squirrels are not always good at holding onto the twigs. This will not damage the tree.
Related Videos:
How do I keep the squirrels from stripping the bark off my maple tree?
Do I need to be concerned that my oak tree started dropping leaves early?
Related Resources:
The Value of Oaks to Wildlife
Oaks, Acorns and Squirrels