The tufts of hairs on top of the ears reach their maximum length in winter. They are used as a perfect support for the tail when it is raised upwards.

My friends, coming with me during the photo sessions, and me have often observed Red Squirrels in this area of the forest. That's why we are now calling this place "the Squirrel corner".

It is often difficult to take pictures in woodland areas because of the lack of light. I am always using the same recipe. I am using a tree trunk as a support for the camera or for the lenses to get a better stability.

I hadn't enough time to make a good composition, the main subject is too centred. Just the time to find a support against a trunk and the Red Squirrel was already far away.

Small hide-and-go-seek game in the vegetation.

There will soon be a well lined cosy nest on top of this oak.

Though the light indicator showing the active focus spot is very small, the real active area is larger. As an example, I have pointed the spot here on the squirrel and I think that the focus was made on the trunk. Higher end digital camera may work better with this feature.

The Red Squirrel is rather shy and difficult to approach. I do not try either to attract it with any kind of food.

I have observed these two juveniles near the top of a tree. They have been out of view during a couple of seconds while I walked near the base of the tree. I haven't seen them any more. I have not insisted on waiting because you mustn't disturb animals for some poor pictures.

I have a hazelnut tree in a corner of my garden, but in 2021, visitors consumed the entire crop. I consoled myself by trying to take a few photos through the foliage.

It's not easy to spot Red Squirrels among the leaves. Their presence is often betrayed by noise and small falling debris. You then need to find a viewing angle that allows you to take a photo.