Fox Squirrel: Large, Variable-Colored Squirrel of the Southern U.S.

Fox squirrels are larger than grays—up to 2 feet long including tail, weighing 2+ lbs. They have smaller ears, variable coats (often reddish), and a dark face with white muzzle. Common in south GA, rare in north. Winter nests are large leaf balls high in trees. They're impressive but harmless.