Santa Monica’s booming squirrel inhabitants results in issues – NBC Los Angeles

The squirrel inhabitants at a preferred Santa Monica park has grown so considerably that the town is urging the general public to chorus from feeding them.

Dozens upon dozens of the brown, little rodents may be seen at Palisades Park and it seems they’ve grown to not concern people. Flocks of holiday makers charmed by the squirrels feed them, prompting the squirrels to develop extra brazen and cozy approaching individuals.

Whereas some could discover the wildlife simple on the eyes, there are issues about their inhabitants on the setting. Floor squirrels burrow in land, which might trigger harm to the realm.

“They’re eroding the cliffs,” a customer named Jesus, who practices Tai Chi within the space, mentioned. “In any other case, they’re lovely to have a look at.”

Indicators posted close to the park warn guests that feeding the squirrels “creates an imbalance in native ecology. It will increase their dependence on individuals for meals.” Along with impacting the ecosystem and land, trash left behind by guests who feed the wildlife leaves the realm littered.

NBC4 reached out to a Santa Monica metropolis spokesperson for touch upon the matter and on what plans the town could have to manage the inhabitants.