Squirrels require energy to sustain themselves throughout their
everyday activities. The main source of energy found in acorns is fat Red oak acorns are 18% to 25% fat. White
oak acorns are only 5% to
10% fat.
Hint: Humans may not like too much fat, but squirrels need the fat in
acorns to
live!
If you were a squirrel, which type of acorn would you like
to eat most?
White Acorns
Red Acorns