East Brunswick Patch: Flying Squirrels, seldom seen, but common


Photo Credit: Dave Moskowitz

Many people are very surprised to find out that flying squirrels are quite common in East Brunswick. They are seldom seen because they are highly nocturnal and unless disturbed from their day time hiding spot rarely venture out except after dark. Unlike bats and birds, flying squirrels don't really fly. Instead, they glide by using extra skin that can be stretched open between the body and the legs essentially forming a parachute to catch the air as they jump from tree to tree. This area of extendable skin is called a patagium.

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Posted by WILDNEWJERSEY at 7/22/2011 10:00 AM
Categories: Wildlife
Tags: flying squirrels East Brunswick wildlife squirrels nocturnal
 

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