Flying squirrels are so cute!

The Japanese flying squirrel is a small, furry animal renowned for its ability to glide between trees. About the size of a human palm, it has a gray or brown body, white stomach, large eyes, and a fluffy tail. Active at night, it rests in tree cavities during the day and emerges at night to eat nuts, seeds, and insects. These squirrels are exceptional gliders, traveling up to 100 feet by extending their limbs. They help manage insects and serve as food for birds of prey, fulfilling an essential role in Japan's ecosystem.
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