In coniferous forests small twigs of spruce (Picea spp.) and pine (Pinus spp.) are found on the snow surface. During wintertime red squirrels suppress their territoriality and join on good feeding places. A preferable fodder are buds of male blossoms that contain protein. These twigs are harvested and the buds are eaten on a place giving shelter and security. The remaining of the twigs are dropped.
