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Greater Glider

Petauroides volans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Diprotodontia ›Family: Pseudocheiridae ›Genus: Petauroides

About

The greater glider (Petauroides volans) is a large gliding marsupial found in Australia. It is not closely related to the Petaurus group of gliding marsupials but instead to the lemur-like ringtail possum (Hemibelideus lemuroides), with which it shares the subfamily Hemibelideinae.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Glider?
The scientific name of Greater Glider is Petauroides volans.
What kingdom does Greater Glider belong to?
Greater Glider belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Greater Glider belong to?
Greater Glider belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Greater Glider belong to?
Greater Glider belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Greater Glider belong to?
Greater Glider belongs to the order Diprotodontia.
What family does Greater Glider belong to?
Greater Glider belongs to the family Pseudocheiridae.
What genus does Greater Glider belong to?
Greater Glider belongs to the genus Petauroides.