Title

Squirrels on Longwood's Campus

Authors

Kelsey EnglishFollow
Miguel DiazFollow
Lloyd DominguezFollow
Rebecca MillsFollow

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

Fall 11-8-2021

Abstract

In this project, we aim to analyze the distribution, behavior, and abundance of squirrels on Longwood's campus. We hypothesize that squirrels will be most abundant where canopy cover is high, and that these campus squirrels are generally unaffected by surrounding human activity. Multiple sites on campus were observed, and a survey was used to gather data about squirrel activity and sightings from Longwood students. The results indicate that Cox, Wheeler and Stubbs have the highest frequency of squirrels, and that squirrels are most commonly observed being active. Canopy cover was found to have no correlation with abundance of squirrels. Squirrels are highly active and adaptable to various locations on Longwood's campus.

Comments

BIOL 341

Recommended Citation

English, Kelsey; Diaz, Miguel; Dominguez, Lloyd; and Mills, Rebecca, "Squirrels on Longwood's Campus" (2021). Fall Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry. 121.
https://digitalcommons.longwood.edu/rci_fall/121

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