Sugar Glider

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Diprotodontia
Family: Petauridae

Noteworthy Feature: Flap of skin enabling gliding abilities

Physical Characteristics.

– Size: Approximately 5-6 inches (12-15 cm)
– Lifespan: 10-12 years
– Color: Typically grey, with a distinctive black stripe on the back

Habitat:
– Preferred Environments: Forested areas, primarily found in trees

Behavior:

– Diet: Omnivorous, with a preference for nectar, sap, and insects

– Activity Patterns: Nocturnal, highly active during the night

– Social Structure: Social animals, forming colonies and exhibiting strong bonding behaviors