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Flying Squirrel Rival Males | Pteromys volans orii

During reproductive season, Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel males sometimes compete for females that have gone into estrus. Pictured here are two male rivals. One is guarding the entrance to a hole in a tree. Inside is the female. The other male is sneaking up from the other side of the tree with the intention of challenging the ensconced male.

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During reproductive season, Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel males sometimes compete for females that have gone into estrus. Pictured here are two male rivals. One is guarding the entrance to a hole in a tree. Inside is the female. The other male is sneaking up from the other side of the tree with the intention of challenging the ensconced male.