{"id":16347,"date":"2024-12-09T11:12:17","date_gmt":"2024-12-09T05:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/?p=16347"},"modified":"2025-08-01T16:25:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T10:55:36","slug":"flying-squirrels-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/flying-squirrels-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"Flying squirrels of India"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"16347\" class=\"elementor elementor-16347\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49200e7f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"49200e7f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a053bdf e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a053bdf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36c44b8 uael-heading-align-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-uael-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"36c44b8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;heading_text_align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;heading_bottom_space&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;heading_bottom_space_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;heading_bottom_space_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;separator_bottom_space&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;separator_bottom_space_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;separator_bottom_space_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;content_between_space&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:15,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;content_between_space_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;content_between_space_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"uael-table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-toc-main-wrapper\" data-headings=\"h1,h2,h3\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-toc-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-toc-header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uael-toc-heading elementor-inline-editing\" data-elementor-setting-key=\"heading_title\" data-elementor-inline-editing-toolbar=\"basic\" >Table of Contents<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-toc-toggle-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-toc-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul data-toc-headings=\"headings\" class=\"uael-toc-list uael-toc-list-disc\" data-scroll=\"\" ><\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uael-toc-empty-note\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span>Add a header to begin generating the table of contents<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3db4cf5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3db4cf5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>FLYING SQUIRRELS OF INDIA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Flying squirrels are among the most fascinating and lesser-known mammals of India. Known for their ability to glide between trees, they embody nature\u2019s ingenuity and are a crucial part of forest ecosystems. Unlike true flyers such as bats, flying squirrels use a membrane called <strong>the patagium<\/strong> to glide gracefully from one tree to another, making them unique among the rodent family.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} --><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">There are <strong>7 species of flying squirrels<\/strong> found in India. \u00a0These flying squirrels are found in various habitats, ranging from mountains to tropical forests. The species found in India are Indian giant flying squirrel, Red giant flying squirrel, Bhutan giant flying squirrel, Woolly flying squirrel, Kashmir flying squirrel, Travancore flying squirrel and Parti-colored flying squirrel.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ebfe7dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4ebfe7dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\u00a0<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>1. Indian Giant Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Petaurista philippensis<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16415,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-scaled.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"647\" class=\"wp-image-16415\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-1024x647.webp\" alt=\"Indian giant flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-1024x647.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-300x190.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-768x486.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-1536x971.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-2048x1295.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Indian-giant-flying-squirrel_11zon-150x95.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits :\u00a0 Radheshyam Nagpure<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">One of the largest flying squirrels, with a body length of about 30 &#8211; 45 cm and a tail measuring up to 60 cm.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Found in tropical and subtropical forests across central and southern India. Evergreen ,semi-evergreen and deciduous forests frequenting forest edges.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Primarily feeds on fruits, nuts, leaves, and bark, contributing to seed dispersal.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Nocturnal and arboreal, it glides between trees in search of food, covering distances up to 60 meters. Owls have been found to predate on them\u00a0and they are found giving alarm calls on seeing or hearing owl\u2019s calls.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The Indian Giant Flying Squirrel is widely distributed and plays a significant role in maintaining forest ecosystems, making it a keystone species in its habitat.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>2. Red Giant Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Petaurista petaurista<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16418,\"width\":\"636px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1362\" class=\"wp-image-16418\" style=\"width: 636px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon.webp\" alt=\"Red giant flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon-1024x681.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon-768x511.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon-1536x1022.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon-120x80.webp 120w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/red-giant-flying-squirrel-1-google_11zon-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits: Google<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Body length upto 50 cm and tail 60 cm, with a striking reddish-brown or maroon coat.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Found in north-eastern forests and the Himalayan foothills.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Fruits, seeds, leaves, and flowers make up the bulk of its diet.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Known for its long gliding abilities often exceeding 100 meters, making it an efficient traveler of dense canopies.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">This species is notable for its vibrant coloration and adaptability to a variety of forest types, including evergreen and deciduous forest.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Also Read<\/strong> &#8211; <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/indian-giant-squirrels\/\"><strong>Types of Giant Squirrels Found in India<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>3. Bhutan Giant Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Petaurista nobilis<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16421,\"width\":\"612px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/nobilis-google.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" class=\"wp-image-16421\" style=\"width: 612px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/nobilis-google-edited.webp\" alt=\"Bhutan giant flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/nobilis-google-edited.webp 720w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/nobilis-google-edited-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/nobilis-google-edited-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits: Google<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">A large species with a reddish or orange-brown coat and a bushy tail.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Found in the north-eastern regions of India, Bhutan and adjoining Himalayan forests.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Herbivorous, feeding on fruits, seeds, and leaves.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Solitary and elusive, Crepuscular and nocturnal in habit, it glides silently through the dense Himalayan forests. In contrast to other arboreal squirrels these are sometimes found on saltlicks in the ground.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Often referred to as <strong>Gray\u2019s Giant Flying Squirrel<\/strong>, this species remains poorly studied, and its elusive nature adds to its mystique.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>4. Woolly Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Eupetaurus cinereus<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16423,\"width\":\"403px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Eupetaurus_cinereus.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"580\" height=\"774\" class=\"wp-image-16423\" style=\"width: 403px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Eupetaurus_cinereus.webp\" alt=\"Woolly flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Eupetaurus_cinereus.webp 580w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Eupetaurus_cinereus-225x300.webp 225w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Eupetaurus_cinereus-150x200.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits: Google<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">One of the largest and rarest flying squirrels, with body length of 45 cm and tail length 60 cm.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Found in the cold, high-altitude coniferous forests of Jammu and Kashmir.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Feeds primarily on pine needles, making it highly specialized for its habitat.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Adapted to cold environments, it is nocturnal and highly elusive.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The Woolly Flying Squirrel is considered one of the rarest mammals globally and was thought to be extinct until rediscovered in the 1990s.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>5. Kashmir Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Eoglaucomys fimbriatus<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16426,\"width\":\"464px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/large.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-16426\" style=\"width: 464px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/large.webp\" alt=\"Kashmir flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/large.webp 683w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/large-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/large-150x225.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits: iNaturalist<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Medium-sized, with a body length of about 30 cm and a bushy tail of length 35 cm.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Found in the Himalayan forests of Jammu and Kashmir, often at lower altitudes compared to the Woolly Flying Squirrel.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Omnivorous, feeding on fruits, nuts, insects, and leaves.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Prefers dense tree canopies and uses its gliding ability to evade predators.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The Kashmir Flying Squirrel plays an important role in seed dispersal in its habitat, helping maintain forest diversity.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>6.<\/strong> <strong>Travancore Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Petinomys fuscocapillus<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16428,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/travancore-fs.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"323\" class=\"wp-image-16428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/travancore-fs.webp\" alt=\"Travancore flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/travancore-fs.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/travancore-fs-300x194.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/travancore-fs-150x97.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits : India Biodiversity<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Smaller than most giant flying squirrels, with a length of about 25\u201330 cm.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Restricted to the evergreen forests of the Western Ghats.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Fruits, seeds, and flowers are its primary food sources.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR <\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Almost entirely a canopy dweller.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Listed as<strong> \u201cData Deficient\u201d <\/strong>due to a lack of comprehensive studies. This species is rare and faces significant threats from deforestation, making it a high-priority species for conservation efforts.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>7. Parti-Coloured Flying Squirrel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>Hylopetes alboniger<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16431,\"width\":\"462px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"840\" class=\"wp-image-16431\" style=\"width: 462px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs-edited.webp\" alt=\"Parti-coloured flying squirrel\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs-edited.webp 840w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs-edited-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs-edited-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs-edited-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/particolor-fs-edited-96x96.webp 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Credits: India Biodiversity<\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>SIZE<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">A small-to-medium-sized flying squirrel with a striking black-and-white coat.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HABITAT<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Found in the north-eastern states, particularly in montane and subtropical forests.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DIET<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Primarily frugivorous but may consume insects occasionally.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BEHAVIOUR<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Highly agile, it uses its distinctive coloration for camouflage in dense forests.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The Parti-Coloured Flying Squirrel stands out for its vibrant appearance and is often spotted gliding during twilight hours.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Adaptations of Flying Squirrels<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">All flying squirrels share unique adaptations for gliding:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16433,\"width\":\"452px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-16433\" style=\"width: 452px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\" flying squirrels adaptations for gliding\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-1536x1536.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-2048x2048.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-1-96x96.webp 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em><strong>Illustration by Deepa Rakshana<\/strong><\/em><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>1. PATAGIUM <\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">The gliding membrane that stretches between their limbs, allowing smooth aerial movement.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>2. STRONG LIMBS AND SHARP CLAWS<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Ideal for climbing and gripping tree bark.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>3. BUSHY TAILS<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Act as rudders, aiding in navigation and balance during glides.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>4. LARGE EYES<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Provide excellent night vision for their nocturnal activities.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:image {\"id\":16434,\"width\":\"640px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" class=\"wp-image-16434\" style=\"width: 640px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-1024x512.webp\" alt=\"Adaptations of flying squirrels\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-1536x768.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-2048x1024.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.pugdundeesafaris.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Infograph-Flying-squirrel-2-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n<figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Illustration by Deepa Rakshana<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\"} -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Threats and Conservation OF FLYING SQUIRRELS <\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Flying squirrels face numerous challenges, including:<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>1. HABITAT LOSS<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Deforestation and fragmentation of forests due to agriculture and urbanization.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>2. HUNTING<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">In some regions, they are hunted for their meat and fur.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"center\",\"level\":3} -->\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>3. CLIMATE CHANGE<\/strong><\/h3>\n<!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Altered weather patterns affect their habitats and food availability.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Conservation measures like habitat restoration, research, and awareness programs are vital for their survival.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong><em>Written by Vishal Sharma, Naturalist at Pugdundee Safaris.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-df48f8b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"df48f8b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element 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