Squirrels
Squirrels are a common sight across pretty much the whole of England.
There are two main types; red and grey. The red squirrel is native to the UK; the
much larger grey squirrel is an import from the USA, which has been quite devastating
for the population of red squirrels across the UK, making these animals a rare sight.
There are efforts to help save the red squirrel from extinction, and thankfully there
are areas across the country where they are very much thriving. The photographs on
here of the reds were taken at Shapwells Hotel in Cumbria.
From a photographic perspective, squirrels make for a fantastic subject; their quite
amusing antics and remarkable tree climbing skills make for great photos.
This page displays the photographs of grey squirrels first, followed by photographs
of the red squirrels; to go to the photographs of red squirrels, click here.
1. 9 January 2024, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/640sec @ f/4.8,
ISO 3200.
2. 26 December 2024, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/320sec @ f/4.2,
ISO 8000.
One of the residents of Stewart Park, a typical urban public park near to where I
live. The park has an abundance of trees, so consequently has numerous squirrels
residing within. The visiting public will feed these animals, so as a result, they
look rather well fed!
3. 1 March 2025, Leica SL(601), Apo-Telyt-R 400mm f/2.8, 1/160sec @ f/2.8, ISO 125.
Photo taken in another park, this time in RSPB Leighton Moss in Cumbria.
4. 1 March 2025, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/250sec @ f/5.6,
ISO 320.
Our furry friend here showing that if you want your bird feeders to be used by birds,
significant thought has to go into making them squirrel-proof!
5. 2 October 2005, Leica R6.2, Vario-Apo-Elmarit-R 70-180mm f/2.8, 1/125sec @ f/2.8,
Kodachrome ISO 200.
6. 2 October 2005, Leica R6.2, Vario-Apo-Elmarit-R 70-180mm f/2.8, 1/250sec @ f/2.8,
Kodachrome ISO 200.
Waiting for breakfast.
7. 2 October 2005, Leica R6.2, Vario-Apo-Elmarit-R 70-180mm f/2.8, 1/125sec @ f/2.8,
Kodachrome ISO 200.
8. 2 October 2005, Leica R6.2, Vario-Apo-Elmarit-R 70-180mm f/2.8, 1/250sec @ f/2.8,
Kodachrome ISO 200.
Just showing off now.
9. 2 October 2005, Leica R6.2, Apo-Macro-Elmarit-R 100mm f/2.8, 1/250sec @ f/2.8,
Kodachrome ISO 200.
10. 24 May 1993, Minolta 9000, 100-200mm f/4.5, 1/180sec @ f/4.5, Kodachrome ISO
200.
11. 24 May 1993, Minolta 9000, 100-200mm f/4.5, 1/180sec @ f/4.5, Kodachrome ISO
200.
12. 26 May 1993, Minolta 9000, 100-200mm f/4.5, 1/180sec @ f/4.5, Kodachrome ISO
200.
13. 26 May 1993, Minolta 9000, 100-200mm f/4.5, 1/60sec @ f/4.5, Kodachrome ISO 200.
14. 26 September 2025, Leica SL(601), Apo-Telyt-R 400mm f/2.8, 1/125sec @ f/22, ISO
1600.
On to the reds now.
15. 26 September 2026, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/160sec @ f/4.2,
ISO 320.
16. 26 September 2026, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/250sec @ f/4.2,
ISO 1600.
17. 26 September 2026, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/250sec @ f/4.2,
ISO 1000.
18. 26 September 2026, Leica SL(601), Vario-Elmar-R 105-280mm f/4.2, 1/250sec @ f/4.8,
ISO 500.
