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Montreal squirrels show different coat colours by neighborhood
Original: Squirrel coat fashion differs by neighborhood in Montreal
Eastern grey squirrels in Montreal display noticeably different coat colours depending on which neighborhood they live in, with some areas dominated by black morphs and others by grey ones. Researchers say urban features such as tree cover and habitat connectivity may explain the patchy distribution, offering a glimpse of how wildlife adapts to city environments.
Why now: The finding offers a charming, accessible example of evolution and adaptation happening within a single city, drawing wide public interest.
Montrealeastern grey squirrelThe Wildlife Society
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- Squirrel coat fashion differs by neighborhood in Montreal · The Wildlife Society
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