Mammals Database .. detailed information | |
Feathertail Glider , Pygmy Glider , Flying Mouse Acrobates pygmaeus | |
Mammal Family : | "Feathertail Glider" Acrobatidae |
Description : | Common, but rarely seen. Body 8cm ; Tail 8cm ; Weight 13g. Body is grey-brown. World's smallest gliding mammal. Gliding membrane is between the elbows and knees, the feathery tail assists in steering and braking before landing. Nocturnal. |
Typical Habitat : | Rainforest, eucalypt forest, parks and backyard gardens. Frequently located in tall, mature and moist forest. Feeds on nectar, pollen and insects. Lives in family groups up to a dozen. Spherical nest are made of leaves, bark and tree-fern fibre. |
Distribution : | East coast |
Introduced : | No |
Seen North Qld : | Yes |
Additional info .. | habitats seen (1) .. |
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