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Southern Flying Squirrel

Glaucomys volans

Description:

Southern flying squirrels have grey-brown fur on top with darker flanks and are a cream color underneath. They are mostly nocturnal and have large dark eyes and a flattened tail. They use a furry membrane called a patagium, which extends between the front and rear legs, to glide through the air.

Habitat:

Deciduous woodlands.


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3 Comments

SarahHiteWhitt
SarahHiteWhitt a year ago

Super spotting! :)

I had no idea we have them in NY State. Great spotting!

Apple
Apple a year ago

Very cool! I had no idea there were flying squirrels in N. America. Love it when I learn something new about my own backyard.

New York, USA

Lat: 41.79, Long: -73.72

Spotted on Jun 12, 2010
Submitted on Feb 4, 2012

Spotted for mission

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