Squirrels Evolve into Carnivorous Animals

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Killer SQUIRRELS: Scientists spot rodents hunting and eating voles

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Scientists at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire captured footage of California ground squirrels hunting, killing, and then eating voles.

Until now, squirrels have been considered 'granivorous' animals (those that feed on grain) But the new footage suggests that squirrels are evolving to become carnivorous.

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