Upside down lunch

These crazy, dexterous, acrobatic black squirrels LOVE fresh berries and it seems that today is the day for maximum freshness. So today, my ripe serviceberry tree is buzzing with a frenzy of squirrel and bird activity.

Black squirrels are a subgroup of the eastern grey and fox squirrels; they are the result of an abnormal pigment gene. One theory suggests that the black came about as a selective advantage for squirrels in the north, with the black-fur providing a warmth advantage over its grey counterpart. When winter comes, I’ll bet every little bit helps!

The black coloration remains uncommon in most areas. However, in the Canadian province of Ontario (where I am), and the U.S. state of Michigan, the majority of the species' population is black.

From the enthusiasm of these squirrels, it would seem that today is the day for maximum juicy Serviceberry perfection, since the tree is buzzing with a frenzy of black squirrel activity, and the berries are being enjoyed in a variety of positions.

An upside-down lunch? No problem.