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Southern Flying Squirrel

Glaucomys volans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Sciuridae ›Genus: Glaucomys

About

The southern flying squirrel or the assapan (Glaucomys volans) is one of three species of the genus Glaucomys, the only flying squirrels found in North America. It is found in deciduous and mixed woods in the eastern half of North America, from southeastern Canada, to Florida. Disjunct distribution for populations of this species have been recorded in the highlands of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Flying Squirrel?
The scientific name of Southern Flying Squirrel is Glaucomys volans.
What kingdom does Southern Flying Squirrel belong to?
Southern Flying Squirrel belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Flying Squirrel belong to?
Southern Flying Squirrel belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Southern Flying Squirrel belong to?
Southern Flying Squirrel belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Southern Flying Squirrel belong to?
Southern Flying Squirrel belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Southern Flying Squirrel belong to?
Southern Flying Squirrel belongs to the family Sciuridae.
What genus does Southern Flying Squirrel belong to?
Southern Flying Squirrel belongs to the genus Glaucomys.