Flying Squirrel
Flying Squirrel Facts
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Mammalia |
| Order: | Rodentia |
| Family: | Sciuridae |
| Genus: | Pteromyini |
| Scientific Name: | Pteromyini |
| Type: | Mammal |
| Diet: | Omnivore |
| Size (H): | 20cm - 30cm (8in - 12in) |
| Weight: | 56g - 175g (2oz - 6oz) |
| Top Speed: | 24km/h (15mph) |
| Life Span: | 5 - 8 years |
| Lifestyle: | Solitary |
| Conservation Status: | Least Concern |
| Colour: | Black, Brown, Grey, White, Tan |
| Skin Type: | Fur |
| Favourite Food: | Nuts |
| Habitat: | Forest and woodland |
| Average Litter Size: | 4 |
| Main Prey: | Nuts, Berries, Eggs |
| Predators: | Cats. Coyote, Raccoon |
| Distinctive Features: | Small body size and furry glide membrane |
