National Squirrel Appreciation Day is a day to express our love for squirrels, to connect with nature and observe the cute creatures. Celebrated in the US on January 21 every year, the day gives us the opportunity to talk about conservation efforts surrounding the little animals that aid reforestation and play a major role in the ecosystem.

History of National Squirrel Appreciation Day
There are more than 250 species of squirrels that exist across five continents, excluding Australia and Antarctica. They are part of the Sciuridae family. To appreciate the creatures, wildlife rehabilitator Christy Hargrove, who is affiliated with the North Carolina Nature Center, founded National Squirrel Appreciation Day in Asheville, North Carolina in 2001. Hargrove’s aim was to encourage people to be kind towards the animals by providing them with food and water.