What Do Animals Squirrel Away for Winter?

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What do animals find in nature instead of grocery stores?

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Animals find food in nature instead.

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Why do animals store food?

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To survive when food is scarce.

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What do some squirrels do to trick other animals?

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They hide fake nuts.

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What is a 'midden'?

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A shallow pit for storing food.

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What does 'squirreling away' food mean?

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Storing food for later use.

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What is an example of food that squirrels might store for winter?

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Nuts and seeds.

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Why is it important for animals to prepare for winter?

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To ensure they have enough food when it is cold and scarce.

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What types of animals besides squirrels store food?

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Chipmunks and some birds.

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How do animals remember where they stored their food?

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They use their sense of smell and memory.

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What happens if animals do not store enough food for winter?

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They may struggle to survive when food is scarce.