Whether they’re climbing trees in the park or running through your backyard, squirrels may be the wild animal we come in closest contact with daily in Southern California. It’s all the more reason to recognize Squirrel Appreciation Day every January 21 and reflect on how to best coexist with these tiny critters. While it might sound like a fun holiday, squirrels play a significant role in San Diego’s plant and animal life. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/outreach/earth8/squirrel-appreciation-day-reminds-san-diegans-to-coexist-with-nature/509-b9bb54f4-9072-4b8a-88bc-f8da6246f9d1