Flying squirrels are extremely acrobatic members of the squirrel family, gliding from tree to tree, making 90-degree turns mid-air, and landing with ease. What enables them to do these amazing things is a fleshy membrane of skin that extends from each wrist to each ankle, as well as a long, flattened tail for steering and balance. Though undeniably cute—and highly efficient as spore and seed dispersers—flying squirrels are not necessarily the … [Read more...]