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  • This is a Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel peeking out from its den in a Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis) in the soft light of the early winter morning.
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  • This is a female Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel that has emerged during the day to use the toilet. A pellet of defecation is visible stuck to her bottom. While outside the nest, she decided to snack on needles of a Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis).
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  • Japanese dwarf flying squirrels (Pteromys volans orii) forage on a number of plant species, one of which is the Sakhalin fir (Abies sachalinensis). The squirrels select the tips of fir branches, where tender new leaves can be found. After breaking off a branch tip, the squirrels frequently consume only some of the leaves before tossing the branch away, resulting in a partially eaten branch tip, as pictured here.
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  • This is a female Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel feasting on a branch that she cut from a nearby Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis).
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  • This Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel is eating fresh needles of a Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis) during a light snowfall. One of the squirrel's teeth is visible from this angle.
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  • This is a Pteromys volans orii flying squirrel pictured in the split-second before landing on a tree. The Sakhalin fir trees in the background are nearly completely covered in snow from a large winter storm.
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  • This is a species of flying squirrel called Ezo Momonga in Japanese (Pteromys volans orii). It is a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrels that is found on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. These squirrels are primarily nocturnal and usually shy, though the squirrels can occasionally be seen during the day. They prefer to take up residence in holes made by woodpeckers. This individual has just emerged from its hole in a Sakhalin fir tree  (Abies sachalinensis) at dusk, preparing for a night of foraging. Their diet primarily comprises leaves, seeds, cones, buds, sprouts, nuts and berries. This species does not hibernate.
    ezo-momonga-pteromys-volans-orii-fly...tif
  • This is a species of flying squirrel called Ezo Momonga in Japanese (Pteromys volans orii). It is a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrels that is found on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. These squirrels are primarily nocturnal and usually shy, though the squirrels can occasionally be seen during the day. They prefer to take up residence in holes made by woodpeckers. This individual has just emerged from its hole in a Sakhalin fir tree  (Abies sachalinensis) at dusk, preparing for a night of foraging. Their diet primarily comprises leaves, seeds, cones, buds, sprouts, nuts and berries. This species does not hibernate.
    ezo-momonga-pteromys-volans-orii-fly...tif
  • This is a species of flying squirrel called Ezo Momonga in Japanese (Pteromys volans orii). It is a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrels that is found on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. These squirrels are primarily nocturnal and usually shy, though the squirrels can occasionally be seen during the day. They prefer to take up residence in holes made by woodpeckers. Their diet primarily comprises leaves, seeds, cones, buds, sprouts, nuts and berries. This individual paused in this position for a few moments after emerging one winter evening from its hole in a Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis), known as todomatsu in Japanese. This species does not hibernate.
    ezo-momonga-pteromys-volans-orii-fly...tif
  • This is a Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii), a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrel. Known locally as ezo-momonga, this sub-species is found only in Hokkaido, Japan. It is primarily nocturnal. Mature females measure up to 15cm, males up to 18cm (not including tail). These animals weigh up to 120g and are capable of gliding considerable distances. During flight, they use their patagia (membranes of skin between their forelimbs and hind limbs) and tails (10-12cm) to achieve lift, directional control and maneuvering capability. One study in Japan recorded a maximum glide distance exceeding 49m, though most flights fell into the 10m to 20m range. This individual has just emerged shortly after sunset from its nest, a cavity in the tree pictured. After preening for a bit, the flying squirrel ascended into the canopy to forage for the night. While these squirrels are known to nest in a number of tree species, they appear to prefer Sakhalin fir trees (Abies sachalinensis).
    japanese-dwarf-flying-squirrel-at-du...tif
  • This is a species of flying squirrel called Ezo Momonga in Japanese (Pteromys volans orii). It is a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrels that is found on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. These squirrels are primarily nocturnal and usually shy, though the squirrels can occasionally be seen during the day. They prefer to take up residence in holes made by woodpeckers. Their diet primarily comprises leaves, seeds, cones, buds, sprouts, nuts and berries. This individual is nibbling on the soft parts of a Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis), known as todomatsu in Japanese. This species does not hibernate.
    ezo-momonga-pteromys-volans-orii-fly...tif
  • This is a species of flying squirrel called Ezo Momonga in Japanese (Pteromys volans orii). It is a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrels that is found on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. These squirrels are primarily nocturnal and usually shy, though the squirrels can occasionally be seen during the day. They prefer to take up residence in holes made by woodpeckers, as seen here. This individual is just emerging from a hole in a Sakhalin fir tree (Abies sachalinensis) at dusk, in preparation for a night of foraging. These small animals are particularly wary when they emerge, as they must be on the lookout for predators like owls and weasels. Their diet primarily comprises leaves, seeds, cones, buds, sprouts, nuts and berries. This species does not hibernate.
    ezo-momonga-pteromys-volans-orii-fly...tif
  • This is a Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii), a sub-species of Siberian flying squirrel. Known locally as ezo-momonga, this sub-species is found only in Hokkaido, Japan. It is primarily nocturnal. Mature females measure up to 15cm, males up to 18cm (not including tail). These animals weigh up to 120g and are capable of gliding considerable distances. During flight, they use their patagia (membranes of skin between their forelimbs and hind limbs) and tails (10-12cm) to achieve lift, directional control and maneuvering capability. One study in Japan recorded a maximum glide distance exceeding 49m, though most flights fell into the 10m to 20m range. This individual has just emerged shortly after sunset from its nest, a cavity in the tree pictured. After preening for a bit, the flying squirrel ascended into the canopy to forage for the night. While these squirrels are known to nest in a number of tree species, they appear to prefer Sakhalin fir trees (Abies sachalinensis).
    japanese-dwarf-flying-squirrel-ptero...tif
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