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Pteromys volans orii Flying Squirrel Eating

This is a Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel carrying a small branch of Japanese elm (Ulmus davidiana var. japonica) back to its nest. This individual had spent over an hour in the early morning at the top of 20m tall elm trees feasting on fresh buds. This branch is a take-away meal for enjoyment back home.

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This is a Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel carrying a small branch of Japanese elm (Ulmus davidiana var. japonica) back to its nest. This individual had spent over an hour in the early morning at the top of 20m tall elm trees feasting on fresh buds. This branch is a take-away meal for enjoyment back home.