Wild squirrel forms unusual relationship with a human

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  • Опубликовано: 17 ноя 2024

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  • @TheRealGSmith
    @TheRealGSmith Год назад +766

    Wow, 11 years. That's quite a lifespan for an animal this little. She seems great :)

    • @annachristina6539
      @annachristina6539 Год назад +36

      Your RESPONSIBLE co existence with her has led to her living years longer than normal! & they show us, that they enjoy the relationship with us, as much as we do with them. I'm a firm believer in the scripture that says God gave us the animals as a gift. Everyone who interacts with them feels it, believer or not... But I'm not trying to evangelize, I'm only here to thank you for your beautiful story.

    • @jangirard2525
      @jangirard2525 Год назад +15

      This is utterly amazing! Lady Bonita is truly magical! The relationship you have with her is magnificent!! Also, I feel she loves hearing your gentle voice to be very calm and soothing! You are both blessed to have each other! 😊❤

    • @goldenretriever6261
      @goldenretriever6261 Год назад +3

      The squirrels in my backyard are new every year. I assume they don't live more than a year or two.

    • @jimmyorr3811
      @jimmyorr3811 Год назад +5

      God bless you for taking care of the squirrel I live in Cape coral Florida right next to Bonita springs

    • @jimmyorr3811
      @jimmyorr3811 Год назад +7

      God bless you for taking care of the squirrel I live in Cape coral Florida right next to Bonita springs and take care of six spayed and neutered cats for 14 years everyday

  • @gaylaroof612
    @gaylaroof612 Год назад +284

    Thank you geobeats, for featuring this sweet, kind lady. It's a great privilege to have wildlife as your friend.

  • @lyndseybeaumont7301
    @lyndseybeaumont7301 Год назад +262

    What an honour to have her in your life xx

  • @Esso11
    @Esso11 Год назад +86

    When you leave that corporate life… you begin life. This was such a beautiful story. ❤

  • @claymac7895
    @claymac7895 Год назад +374

    I haven’t smiled this much all week. Well done ma’am, well done.

  • @linda-louiseanthony1979
    @linda-louiseanthony1979 Год назад +453

    I didn’t know there were such things as ‘ground squirrels’🐿️
    Thank you for telling us all about the beautiful Ms. Bonita and her partner Sledge! This Aussie enjoyed the tale very much. Thanks for providing the wildlife around your home with such a safe and welcoming space ❤🇦🇺

    • @bird2112
      @bird2112 Год назад +29

      groundhogs/marmots and prairie dogs are also related to ground squirrels

    • @irenemarano8241
      @irenemarano8241 Год назад +22

      😊 I enjoyed this very much.❤

    • @linda-louiseanthony1979
      @linda-louiseanthony1979 Год назад +17

      @@bird2112 Cool thanks for that ☺️ We don’t have any of those species here. We actually don’t even have squirrels. Always nice to learn about new animals.

    • @anniegarcia828
      @anniegarcia828 Год назад +8

      @@TheAstroflightTo destroy these animals without knowing their proper place in nature could be disruptive for people to, we don’t know what keeps or how certain animals maintain more potential predators at bay, by one keeping population down of a more dangerous future threat, I hope one day people don’t regret the killing off of these animals who can potentially be beneficial to us. God created all people and creatures, I hope someday they don’t decide to fight back.

    • @chezmoi42
      @chezmoi42 Год назад +7

      @@anniegarcia828 You need to stop and think about the meaning of 'introduced pest' or as Americans call them, 'invasive species'.

  • @matlew1960
    @matlew1960 Год назад +89

    If you hadn't lost your job, for whatever reason, you would never have discovered this beautiful world just a few yards from where you live. I envy you and your life.

    • @OnwardsUpwards410
      @OnwardsUpwards410 Год назад +8

      I envy your window into nature. My sympathies on losing your job if it was precious to you.

  • @bonnieforman9700
    @bonnieforman9700 Год назад +105

    I have been studying squirrels, possums, you name it, in Massachusetts for years. I have never heard of ground squirrels. What a remarkable array of animals you have. I can't believe you have taken ticks off a wild squirrel and are brushing her. Wow! It is a wonderful world when you start looking closely at nature. I never tire of it.

    • @dangergurl4045
      @dangergurl4045 Год назад +5

      Hey Massachusetts 😊. I found this story so sweet and heartwarming🥰. I never heard of ground squirrel before this video. In Western MA, there are black squirrels, which I find fascinating. None in my yard, but I've seen them in little clusters around town🙏.

    • @francineherron1940
      @francineherron1940 Год назад

      @@dangergurl4045 I grew up in Massachusetts... Eastlongmeadow and Hampden

    • @susannabonke8552
      @susannabonke8552 Год назад

      Like marmots.

  • @7728abbott
    @7728abbott Год назад +192

    To some just a backyard, but to you a world unto itself. And you're right, and wise, that many different worlds exist within inches if we are willing to see them. Wonderful video.

  • @kathleenaltherr6430
    @kathleenaltherr6430 Год назад +87

    This is one of the most beautiful human and animal stories I have every seen and I have been around for several decades. Thank you for sharing this amazing relationship.

  • @MeRia035
    @MeRia035 Год назад +287

    Thank you for joining us ❤️
    As horrible as the lockdowns were, alot of people then had the opportunity to slow down & reflect, and as this woman here, learn just how loving & beautiful our wild animal friends are ❤

    • @oxford17
      @oxford17 Год назад +18

      There are always gifts in trauma.

    • @kayscarpetta5502
      @kayscarpetta5502 Год назад +13

      What a lovely message this lady gave!

    • @don2deliver
      @don2deliver Год назад

      I'm sure this was long before Covid lockdowns if she knew the squirrel was 11 years old.

    • @closer02001
      @closer02001 Год назад +3

      Yes. I noticed there were quite a few people, of all walks of life and financial situations, could not accept any change that wasn't their choice first.

    • @midnightmadness5307
      @midnightmadness5307 Год назад

      Your comment is loving and beautiful.💗

  • @mariag.8242
    @mariag.8242 Год назад +49

    I love this woman’s humble and thoughtful approach to being a friend to a wild animal. She took the time to identify what species Miss Bonita is, and what foods she needs. She made sure that feeding her wouldn’t cause her harm by encouraging comfort with other humans. She lets Miss Bonita guide their relationship and choose the activities they share. And she feels that she’s the one who’s received so much from their friendship ❤

  • @dustinh4175
    @dustinh4175 Год назад +9

    Helped her have a safe place and enough food to raise 11 generations is pretty cool.

  • @carriebradley7634
    @carriebradley7634 Год назад +96

    I love this one. It's wonderful to have her share these life lessons with us...

  • @ΑικατερίνηΜιχαηλίδου-τ5μ

    Λατρευω τους ανθρωπους που το κανουν αυτο για αυτα τα υπεροχα πλασματακια!!! Ειναι οι καλυτεροι ανθρωποι!!! Υπεροχο βιντεο!!!❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @katjaanderson769
    @katjaanderson769 Год назад +170

    Absolutely fascinating! And I'd never heard of California ground squirrels before! I'm so impressed by your kindness and your humility. ❤🐿

    • @edralphy
      @edralphy Год назад +13

      I agree! I’ll have to google. Fascinating ❤

    • @tracymcgrath1192
      @tracymcgrath1192 Год назад +9

      ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @keeper6458
      @keeper6458 Год назад +2

      Agreed!

    • @2FreshBuns
      @2FreshBuns Год назад +2

      #2FreshBuns agrees, this was very interesting!

    • @niamtxiv
      @niamtxiv Год назад +2

      I'm from California. I used to jog along the river pathway. Ground squirrels will scatter into dens and tree squirrels running up the trees. It's interesting to see different species co existing together.

  • @Ellada0427
    @Ellada0427 Год назад +809

    Well we can’t say she’s not well fed 😂

  • @surfwriter8461
    @surfwriter8461 Год назад +88

    Thanks for this story that contains a person's insights and observations. It's very detailed and thoughtful in a way that most of the wildlife videos are not, with the learning experience of a woman who has been able to gain so much from her close relationship with a particular ground squirrel and other wildlife she's come to see with more understanding and appreciation. This lady has a wonderful attitude.

  • @ChocklatKim
    @ChocklatKim Год назад +47

    What a lovely relationship!❤

  • @josephinastover5785
    @josephinastover5785 Год назад +90

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful friendship with Ms Bonita! I love when people open their eyes to the wonders of nature in their own backyard; it's magical. And thank you for showing us how special ground squirrels are ❤ interesting!

  • @Trund27
    @Trund27 Год назад +28

    Wild animals lead far, far more complex lives than we realize. That is until we watch them carefully, like this sweet lady! Wonderful video about living with nature harmoniously. Bless her.

  • @alainr2765
    @alainr2765 Год назад +32

    What a lovely relationship between a squirrel and a human - and also very informative - the first time I've heard of ground squirrels. Long live Ms Bonita!

  • @venusinwhite3932
    @venusinwhite3932 Год назад +28

    That was a really beautiful narrative, Ms Bonita is very sweet, I hope she has even more years to come.

  • @lindasargent4771
    @lindasargent4771 Год назад +52

    Thank you for sharing your relationship with this amazing animal. You should write a book. I’m looking at my squirrels differently today!

  • @saltycat662
    @saltycat662 Год назад +18

    Rodents are so cute. I love how they eat with their little hands. I didn't even know a squirrel could live up to 11 yrs. Google says 3-4 and in captivity around 6 yrs. Miss Bonita is blessed with a long life, a loving bf and a caring neighbor.

  • @anamelikeothers
    @anamelikeothers Год назад +40

    You are so right about just watching and paying attention!!! Watching animals ( pets) and wildlife is a continuous learning experience and very enriching to our lives. Maybe if we did that more, we would be more appreciative and gained more respect for the world we live in instead of only using its resources and acting like pests.

  • @PhyllisRoestenberg
    @PhyllisRoestenberg Год назад +33

    Oh, the joy I got from this story! Thank you. 💜

  • @Spike-ck5tj
    @Spike-ck5tj Год назад +30

    Ms Bonita is magnificent. I like the "flowing river of energy we never notice" analogy. Very apt. Some people pay attention to nature more than others, for some it took a pandemic to stop and notice. Many folk have returned to their former oblivion. It's great to know the wonderful Ms Bonita (and fellow garden tenants) are noticed amd appreciated all year round.

  • @DrummerGrl001
    @DrummerGrl001 Год назад +43

    Lovely video! What a special gift to have formed such an extraordinary animal/human bond. I love Ms Bonita! 🐿 🍏🥬💕💕❤😊

  • @marvinrosenthal6158
    @marvinrosenthal6158 Год назад +8

    Magical.
    A friend, is a friend, is a friend.
    Ms. Bonita and you are very lucky to have found one another.

  • @juliej5917
    @juliej5917 Год назад +97

    I’m (animal) crazy, and love this type of story. Politics, weather, crime.. sucks the life out of me. Thank you, Ms Bonita and LuAnn, and GEOBEATS. 🐿️🐿️🐿️

    • @maureenobrien9815
      @maureenobrien9815 Год назад +7

      Me too julie!🙂it can be soul sucking😞

    • @anncain2432
      @anncain2432 Год назад +2

      Amen, they suck the life out of me, too! Animals are such a gift!

    • @AngieJames4172
      @AngieJames4172 Год назад +1

      @@maureenobrien9815 100% I will take anything beautiful about animals anyday.

    • @vegancolleen
      @vegancolleen Год назад +3

      Me too! Happy to see so many other vegans here, those who respect and have compassion for animals! 💚

  • @mattsoca1
    @mattsoca1 Год назад +7

    Such a wonderful and priceless relationship.

  • @mazie7952
    @mazie7952 Год назад +18

    Ahhh. Love her♥️♥️♥️😘
    Beautiful story
    Nature is so beautiful and peaceful.

  • @Quill._
    @Quill._ Год назад +8

    A beautiful story so eloquently shared.

  • @eileensimpson3725
    @eileensimpson3725 Год назад +3

    Thank you for taking the time to get to know her, in turn you have made a friend and enriched her life.

  • @lordbacon4972
    @lordbacon4972 Год назад +14

    I did the same--I started noticing and feeding the animals in my backyard, and I noticed it had the side-effect of reducing my daily rat race anxiety and stress levels tremendously. My backyard is my everyday sanctuary now. Nature heals. 🙏

  • @jroysims44
    @jroysims44 Год назад +10

    A clinic in how to appreciate nature.

  • @terredee
    @terredee Год назад +32

    I love this story! The lady is so right about watching wildlife and nature - it is like a river of energy, always flowing. Thank you! This is such a sweet and interesting video with Miss Bonita.

  • @DogsCatsSnacks
    @DogsCatsSnacks Год назад +20

    Very cool! I love the ground squirrels in Colorado. They just bring good vibes when they show up. Never mean. ❤❤❤

  • @dmcfarlane4976
    @dmcfarlane4976 Год назад +13

    Beautiful heartwarming story.

  • @funwithFred
    @funwithFred Год назад +7

    Precious. What a precious story, and yes, it's magical, isn't it? Another "wavelength".

  • @LidiaMoura-jf2hl
    @LidiaMoura-jf2hl Год назад +20

    What a lovely story....it's so nice how people treat with kindness, caring, and loving to these AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL ANIMALS. 2 thumbs up all the way!

  • @mddell58
    @mddell58 Год назад +6

    ALL of this video was wonderful! Learning, too.

  • @donnasauer5462
    @donnasauer5462 Год назад +8

    This was so lovely. So few people share with nature-heart and soul knowing we are all one.

  • @dianewallace6064
    @dianewallace6064 Год назад +3

    Thank you, Luann, for helping Ms. Bonita- so cute.

  • @tothelighthouse9843
    @tothelighthouse9843 Год назад +17

    What an amazing journey this woman & Ms Bonita are sharing!
    No matter where we live, we are almost always surrounded by nature if we look closely enough. A simple act like putting out water for the wildlife around you can be the beginning of an incredible journey of discovery.💖💖💖

  • @bluepurple1971
    @bluepurple1971 Год назад +7

    Very Educational video. what a precious relationship connecting with nature is priceless. her name says it all.

  • @kathysanchez5945
    @kathysanchez5945 Год назад +3

    It's Amazing that you have had a Special opportunity to get to know Ms. Bonita...Thank you for taking great care of her...Such an inner Spiritual relationship that is Priceless!!!

  • @Pam-hw3gz
    @Pam-hw3gz Год назад +16

    This is so interesting. Thank you for sharing your curiosity and kindness with us. ❤

  • @JenTibbi7023
    @JenTibbi7023 Год назад +9

    A heartwarming story 🥬🌿 An example of people respecting the natural world, and the gifts which come from those relationships 🤗 Hugs to Ms Bonita 🍎🐿️🥬💞

  • @Gabistruwwelliese
    @Gabistruwwelliese Год назад +38

    This person should become an ethologist! This was one of the most interesting videos I've ever seen.

    • @krisniznik3953
      @krisniznik3953 Год назад +10

      . . . .or a children's story book writer. Beautiful narration!

    • @sheribraun1993
      @sheribraun1993 4 месяца назад +2

      She was amazing! I wish they mentioned who she is, I would love to connect with her! ❤

  • @avahightower4685
    @avahightower4685 Год назад +10

    Oh how i loved watching and learning from this... thank you!!

  • @35andyman
    @35andyman Год назад +1

    What a wonderful human being for caring for these beautiful creatures.

  • @jenniferw1956
    @jenniferw1956 Год назад +35

    Beautifully narrated. Thank you. ❤

  • @man-kitli1572
    @man-kitli1572 Год назад +1

    You are just so kind-hearted. That squirrel is the cutest creature I have ever seen under the sun. Blessing from Hong Kong.

  • @onlyme219
    @onlyme219 Год назад +15

    Wonderful and fascinating, my day always feels better after watching this channel :)

  • @shiloallard9790
    @shiloallard9790 Год назад +3

    Such a beautiful relationship they have 🥺😍❤️

  • @veganforlife1203
    @veganforlife1203 Год назад +4

    Thank you so much 🙏💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛💙💛👍🪴🌳🍀🌿🌱🌲🥦🥗🥬🫒🫘🥜🍇🫐🐿️🐿️🐿️

  • @jodyariewitz7349
    @jodyariewitz7349 Год назад +2

    What a lovely experience you were able to have with this unique friendship!!❤❤❤

  • @sarahcece
    @sarahcece Год назад +28

    This has been the most entertaining, heartwarming and informative video that I have seen in a while! Thank you for taking time to stop and listen to the flow of energy and caring so deeply for the wildlife that you encounter. ❤

  • @nathansocool0829
    @nathansocool0829 Год назад +9

    This was such a kind and gentle story. I really enjoyed learning about different squirrels and how ground squirrels live under ground and like fruits and vegetables. Thank you for sharing your beautiful friendship with Ms. Bonita ❤🐿️

  • @barbaracurtis1398
    @barbaracurtis1398 Год назад +3

    She is adorable and I'm sure it's the "friendship" you share with her that is helping her to live longer :-) Bless you for understanding All Life Matters.

  • @lyra2282
    @lyra2282 Год назад +2

    I know we love and admire the animals featured in these videos, but how many truly wonderful humans are featured, as well. So many compassionate, aware people just like the woman in this video. It warms my heart.

  • @angelabeatty6538
    @angelabeatty6538 Год назад +5

    I love how you grew in your awareness and the humility of realizing it was there all along❤️❤️

  • @chelisue
    @chelisue Год назад +2

    Thank you for loving the vulture❣️

  • @sharongibson1161
    @sharongibson1161 Год назад +15

    This is the coolest story 😊❤

  • @mj6962
    @mj6962 Год назад +3

    Wow what a beautiful story. And a gorgeous big squirrel!!

  • @karijordan4930
    @karijordan4930 Год назад +8

    Thank u for your words on slowing down and watching nature I used to do that B4 my grandson was born now he's 4 so it's time to share nature with him so thx for that pause! Thank u for sharing Ms. Bonita too. I'll be sharing this video with my grandson!!!

  • @The-three-eyed-Prophet
    @The-three-eyed-Prophet Год назад +1

    I Love how much Respect this women has for this squirel and how much she respect´s the distance that is needed to make the squirl feel comfortable ... most people would try to aproach a wild animal amediatly , but this women took her time to get closer to this animal over the span of many years... #Respect

  • @carolyncoley754
    @carolyncoley754 Год назад +3

    We had a pet squirrel named notch, because of her ear. Notch came to our house one winter and stayed. I deemed it a great honor when she let me rub her after we had her awhile. We kept her well fed, but once she got impatient and pushed a screen in to come in our home. You have a beautiful relationship with Bonita. If everyone took in nature each day our planet wouldn't be in the shape it's in . I am blessed to live in the woods. Much happiness to you and Bonita.

  • @trinity2145
    @trinity2145 Год назад +2

    This is so beautiful. I think the friendship she has with the lady has really
    Made a difference 11 years old. Remarkable. Squirrels 🐿️ are literally the best. And deep down, I think they would Al love a human friend

  • @jmr9735
    @jmr9735 Год назад +5

    It sounds like losing that corporate job was the best thing that ever happened to her. Ms Bonita is precious, and I hope she's around a lot longer.

  • @WorldCitizen0000
    @WorldCitizen0000 Год назад +1

    That is a precious animal to learn from in this mad world of ours.

  • @BB-nz5sk
    @BB-nz5sk Год назад +4

    This is so beautiful!

  • @debbiereynolds2873
    @debbiereynolds2873 Год назад +2

    The most beautiful heartwarming story of a respectful and loving friendship! Thank you for all you do for her ❤

  • @kellyfarrell8180
    @kellyfarrell8180 Год назад +6

    Aw that's beautiful I have 2 chipmunks that play and will stay on the patio with me when I'm out there

  • @user-uk6yz1my8h
    @user-uk6yz1my8h Год назад +1

    What a gift!!! Beautiful. We need more of this in the world.

  • @blaise2628
    @blaise2628 Год назад +7

    I learned a lot from this video, thank you for sharing!

  • @sharonkaczorowski8690
    @sharonkaczorowski8690 Год назад +2

    Squirrels are very intelligent…great problem solvers…very much underrated. Wonderful video. We had a large stand of old, beautiful trees. He would arrive on the same branch at a specific time in the afternoon and we would have a conversation. He never flew down to me, but seemed to really enjoy the interaction. I can understand the wonderful emotions felt by the human in this relationship.

  • @kiyakisses8438
    @kiyakisses8438 Год назад +4

    Sledge is the baby daddy 😂 too cute. I love this ❤

  • @jordanzazulak4375
    @jordanzazulak4375 Год назад +2

    She is wonderful at telling stories

  • @andersrkeness2721
    @andersrkeness2721 Год назад +3

    This is Wholesome & Adorable 🥰🥰🥰

  • @cattailer1077
    @cattailer1077 Год назад +2

    I love squirrels. They are my favorite backyard pets!!!🥰

  • @squirrelgirl1853
    @squirrelgirl1853 Год назад +3

    ♥️♥️♥️♥️🐿🐿🐿🐿🐿 I've formed a friendship w some squirrels and chipmunks and birds in my backyard and now from spending so much time w them I can tell what they're "talking" about by their chips, squeaks, chirps and so on and the squirrels tail flicking lol......I feel extremely fortunate for this experience! I love them all so much......

  • @AD-yk7mf
    @AD-yk7mf Год назад +1

    That blackberry shot is really the best, she and her family are really something. Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @zuzu5175
    @zuzu5175 Год назад +11

    This was fascinating and educational!! Thank you for sharing! My favorite part was seeing Ms. Bonita stretching her cute little arms out, it looked very dramatic to me

  • @greenleavesherbalhealth933
    @greenleavesherbalhealth933 Год назад +2

    Absolutely magical .... thank you for posting ! Bless you.

  • @glenissansom7990
    @glenissansom7990 Год назад +5

    So beautiful to see. ❤

  • @samtkralle6650
    @samtkralle6650 Год назад +1

    When you understand each other. When you watch and understand nature ❤ thanks for showing. So wonderful 🙏🏻

  • @gabelily1
    @gabelily1 Год назад +2

    Oh my gosh...SO, SO SWEET! Love that momma squirrel & her entire family!❤️

  • @margaretszuky7065
    @margaretszuky7065 Год назад +4

    **OH HOW WONDERFUL THIS LOVING STORY IS!! THANK YOU, MY FRIEND!!**

  • @Angelface11
    @Angelface11 Год назад +1

    This is pretty amazing She's a pretty awesome squirrel. Thanks for helping her

  • @RabbitAndTheLabBestFriends
    @RabbitAndTheLabBestFriends Год назад +6

    Truly incredible

  • @lizstallard9902
    @lizstallard9902 Год назад +2

    Just beautiful ❤ thank you for sharing !

  • @Emzzz78
    @Emzzz78 Год назад +12

    I had a rat coming around for a while. I knew who it was from it’s broken tail. My cats brought it in several times, then I found it in my pool skimmer holding on for dear life, while it was running, so I saved it again. I said “one more time and I’m buying you a cage!!” I never saw it again 😢

  • @MonicaDBrini
    @MonicaDBrini Год назад +2

    I just love this story!!! What a blessed woman to have this in her life.

  • @lidijabirsa7768
    @lidijabirsa7768 Год назад +9

    Thanks for this beautiful story, you made my day! 🐿️❣️

  • @Supercell725
    @Supercell725 Год назад +1

    Remarkable relationship, you go girl, enjoyed every second

  • @mspears_bobobuddytheseniorcat
    @mspears_bobobuddytheseniorcat Год назад +4

    This was such a magical video and made me so happy! Long live Miss Bonita! 🐿❤

  • @denalinde
    @denalinde Год назад +2

    I appreciate that this person understands the nature of it all & above all, respects it. 💜