Hodgson's Giant Flying Squirrel

Petaurista magnificus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Sciuridae

About

Hodgson's giant flying squirrel is a species of rodent in the family Sciuridae. This large flying squirrel lives in Himalayan forests in Asia. Like other flying squirrels, it is nocturnal and able to glide long distances between trees by spreading out its patagium, skin between its limbs.

Fun Fact

This large flying squirrel lives in Himalayan forests in Asia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in tropical forests, subtropical forests and temperate broadleaf forests.

Diet

Feeds on fruits (especially nuts, chestnuts and acorns), young leaves, buds, flowers, grass, tree resin and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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