Recommended for Extension use by Lee Stribling, Extension Wildlife Scientist, Associate Professor, Zoology and Wildlife Science, Auburn University. Gray Squirrel Management Tree squirrels are common Alabama mammals. Of the three, the gray squirrel attracts the most interest. It is numerous and is found statewide, from deep forests to large cities. The gray squirrel is appreciated by some and hated by others.
Hunters appreciate the gray squirrel as a game species.
People who enjoy just watching wildlife appreciate the gray squirrel because it is readily visible and adapts well to the presence of people. The gray squirrel competes with pecan producers for a cash crop. Life History Breeding Biology. Gray squirrels usually produce two litters of young per year. Breeding peaks in January and June, and gestation normally lasts about 44 days.