Naturalist's Blog

This is a blog describing the adventures of the naturalists working at the nature center at Omni-Amelia Island Plantation Resort. Amelia Island is the northernmost barrier island on the east coast of Florida, by Jacksonville. Omni-Amelia Island Plantation is a "green" resort and is a beautiful place to lead nature tours,where you never know what we'll come across.We also receive animals that have been injured or abandoned and are charged with ensuring they get the care they need.

Thursday, September 17, 2009

Huey and Duey update

Huey and Duey, our rescued baby squirrels, (see
post from Sept. 2) are doing great! It took them awhile to start eating well, but now they are little gluttons! We have to stop feeding them their formula after they get little pot-bellies so they don't explode!

They are also chewing a lot, so we've introduced solid food, such as rodent block pellets and a variety of nuts and vegetables. And, their favorite treats are strawberry yogurt chips. Spoiled? No way!