An unusual spectacle surprised East Hartford residents in Connecticut USA: Two squirrels appeared … painted in pink and blue. The photos published by the Municipal Audit Office animal They show the small rodents covered from head to tail in vibrant colors.
According to East Hartford Animal Control Audit Service in the USA in the USA, the authorities are working with a wildlife rehabilitation center to decide how to help the animals better. The squirrels were found alive and active on Monday morning (08.09.2025), but they are still painted.
The Facebook post by the authorities, which has already gathered over 15,000 reactions, has mainly caused funny comments instead of useful information. “Do they now use squirrels for Gender Reveal Parties?” A user was joking.
East Hartford Animal Control calls on anyone who has information to contact. So far, there has been no indication of the perpetrator’s identity.