Many wildlife photographers know that finding an ordinary squirrel can be more difficult than expected. But tracking down a "Einhörnchen" is even more challenging! Rumor has it that this self-absorbed forest creature prefers to hide in the depths of dense fir forests, always careful to only appear in perfect sunlight. After all, what would a "Einhörnchen" be without an atmospheric spotlight to make its horn shimmer?
Contrary to their name, "Einhörnchen" rarely share their nuts or tree habitats. Anyone who has had the privilege of observing an "Einhörnchen" in the company of other creatures will notice a certain arrogance: It holds its sparkling horn high, as if the forest belonged to it alone. This exaggerated self-confidence is thought to be related to its unique appearance—after all, few animals combine the majestic horn of a unicorn with the fluffy charm of a squirrel.
The list of weird but useful tricks that the "Einhörnchen" has at its disposal thanks to its horn is long. Here's a small selection:
For hunters and collectors, the "Einhörnchen" is the ultimate treasure. The horn alone would be a rarity, but combined with its photogenic fluffiness, it's the trophy everyone raves about—the "unicorn" of hunting trophies, so to speak. Whether you're looking for it to boost your ego as a wildlife photographer or a hunter hoping to capture the rarest trophy, the "Einhörnchen" remains a shining star in the firmament of evolution. And it's precisely this blend of vanity and exoticism that makes it the perfect subject.
Location: | Unicorn Peak Columbia-Shuswap, British Columbia, Canada |
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Date: | Jul 2025 |
Animal species: | Mammals > Squirrels |
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Number of animals: | Single animal |
Behavior / Pose: | Jumping, Sitzen |
Expression of the animal: | Neutral |
Interaction: | Alone |
Photography Style: | Portrait |
Image AI model / style used: | Midjourney 6.1 |
Perspective: | Telephoto |
Color scheme: | Natural colors |
Text AI model used: | o1 |