Camera flash

[Nukedpenguin]

My baby squirrel is about 16 days old, and his eyes have been developing nicely, as he has a thin patch of eye lashes on each eyelid. I have tried to take pictures of him without flash but I simply don't have a good photo quality. I only try to get 1 photo a day, so as to not damage his eyes if it is harmful, but I feel documenting his development is necessary. I have only heard that you should not put your developing baby where there is direct sunlight. I am really concerned, and I just want to know if any of you have any thoughts on the issue.

[Nancy in New York]

You may find this interesting.

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?23543-When-is-flash-photography-dangerous-to-the-eyes-of-flying-squirrels&highlight=camera+flash

[farrelli]

The flash is less important than feeding. Who, how, and how much are you feeding? Here's the thread to proper feeding technique:

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?36777-PROPER-FEEDING-TECHNIQUE!!

[Rhapsody]

I am rehabber who takes a few pics every day of the animals I get in and they have
never received any damaged from the flash, therefore, I think you will be just fine
at taking some pics to document your squirrels growth and life with you. :tilt