Baby Squirrel Rescued in Industrial District

A baby squirrel rescued in Hainburg an der Donau (Bruck an der Leitha district) is being cared for and nursed at the owl and bird of prey station Haringsee (EGS) run by Four Paws. "Jerry" is believed to have fallen out of the nest, the female young animal was bleeding when it was discovered. The small squirrel did not suffer any broken bones. A release into the wild is planned for next spring, it was announced in a press release on Friday.

Nursing Milk for Squirrel "Jerry"

"Jerry" is now about five weeks old, and she has since opened her eyes. Initially, the young animal preferred to consume nursing milk, and it is expected to start with solid food soon, it was emphasized.

"Presumably, 'Jerry' will not be ready for her release into the wild before winter, as squirrels need some time to gather a winter supply of food. However, we are happy to provide her with an enclosure for the cold season and will release her into the wild in the spring," announced the scientific director of the EGS, veterinarian Hans Frey.

(APA/Red)

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