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Overview
This squirrel has a brown dorsal pelage, distinguished by slate-colored belly hairs. The species coat is dense, soft, and grayish-brown. The tail is broad, horizontally flattened, and there are membranes (patagia) between the fore and hind legs. The eyes are prominent, large and blackish. The squirrel has a length between 11 and 12 in. (approximately 290 mm), and weighs between 4 and 6.5 ounces (100-185 grams).
Scientific Name
Glaucomys sabrinus fuscus
Common Name
Virginia flying squirrel
Virginia northern flying squirrel
FWS Category
Mammals
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