Squirrels

[Nikanit]

Hi folks, my spouse here says that squirrels are illegal to hunt here unless you are trapping, and that they are a fur bearer. Is this true? Im going over the regs here...

[IR_mike]

You can shoot/trap them on private property.

[Just4hugh]

If I read the regs right, certain squirrels are huntable such as a grey squirrel. Don't quote me on that tho.

[WinefredCommander]

This has to be one of the most idiotic rules in Alberta. Squirrels... AKA TREE RATS... whose population has 10 billion are protected on crown land. UNREAL!!

[Smoky buck]

Originally Posted by WinefredCommander

This has to be one of the most idiotic rules in Alberta. Squirrels... AKA TREE RATS... whose population has 10 billion are protected on crown land. UNREAL!!

It’s pretty common actually and it’s do to trapping and squirrels being important prey for Martin. At least this in the reason I was given

[philintheblank]

They were a valuable fur bearer at one time. They were used as jacket liners and vests.

Not so much anymore. The rules haven't caught up I guess. The food source for martin makes sense

[bushbug]

page 58 of big game regulations bottom right hand side is what you are looking for

[WinefredCommander]

Originally Posted by Smoky buck

It’s pretty common actually and it’s do to trapping and squirrels being important prey for Martin. At least this in the reason I was given

That's what they tell us. But the Martin ain't eating enough.

[Big Grey Wolf]

Leaning pole with half dozen brass snares will eliminate problem.

[Gifted Intuitive]

https://chipperbirds.com/do-squirrels-eat-birds/