The maximum speed it is able to reach is 24km/h (15mph). Flying Squirrel is a mammal that usually lives in forest and woodland. It has a fur skin type. The preferred food type is omnivore. The average weight of the flying squirrel is 56g - 175g (2oz - 6oz). These mammals usually live 5 - 8 years.
Facts about flying squirrels
Name | Flying Squirrel |
Genus | Pteromyini |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Order | Rodentia |
Predators | Cats. coyote, raccoon |
Distinctive Features | Small body size and furry glide membrane |
Scientific Name | Pteromyini |
Size (H) | 20cm - 30cm (8in - 12in) |
Family | Sciuridae |
Colour | Black, brown, grey, white, tan |
Phylum | Chordata |
Main Prey | Nuts, berries, eggs |
Skin Type | Fur |
Life Span | 5 - 8 years |
Top Speed | 24km/h (15mph) |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Habitat | Forest and woodland |
Class | Mammalia |
Diet | Omnivore |
Average Litter Size | 4 |
Weight | 56g - 175g (2oz - 6oz) |
Type | Mammal |