Squirrels are a species of villager in the Animal Crossing series. They resemble real squirrels with their fluffy tails and facial features. As with all Animal Crossing species, they have heads that are out of proportion to the rest of their body. Most squirrels' catchphrases have "nut" or relates to it. Though some squirrels resemble other species, e.g. chipmunks, in Animal Crossing they are all labeled squirrels. There are nineteen squirrel villagers so far, excluding Blazel.