The Red  Giant Flying Squirrel

Appearance:

• It is one of the larger species of flying squirrels, with a body length ranging from 40 to 60 cm (16 to 24 inches), excluding the tail.
• The fur coloration can vary, but it typically ranges from reddish-brown to chestnut-brown, often with lighter underparts.
• Like other flying squirrels, it has a patagium, a membrane of skin that stretches from its wrists to its ankles, allowing it to glide.

Habitat:

• The Red Giant Flying Squirrel inhabits various types of forests, including tropical and subtropical forests, as well as montane forests.
• It is often found in hilly and mountainous regions where it can glide between trees.

Behavior:

• It is primarily nocturnal, being active during the night and resting during the day in tree hollows or nests.
• It is arboreal and spends most of its time in trees, where it uses its patagium to glide from tree to tree.
• Its diet consists mainly of plant materials such as fruits, nuts, seeds, and leaves.

Distribution:

• Found across a wide range of countries in South and Southeast Asia, including India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and parts of China.
• Its distribution is closely tied to the availability of suitable forest habitats and altitudinal ranges.