毛发油亮，呈红褐色，拥有蓬松的尾巴，是一种小型啮齿类动物。主要在白天活动，能够灵活地穿梭于树梢之间。鲜为人知的是，红松鼠还擅长游泳，把蓬松的尾巴当浮标，在水中掌控方向。
Red squirrels are small, tree-dwelling rodents known for their vibrant reddish-brown fur and bushy tail. They are mostly active during the day and are known for their agility and speed as they navigate treetops. Unknown to many, they can also swim using their tails as a float to help steer through water.