flying squirrel
"Flying squirrels" are nocturnal rodents known for their unique ability to glide between trees using a special membrane.
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Definition
B2Zoology
(scientific, common)A nocturnal rodent with a skin membrane stretching from its wrists to ankles, enabling it to glide between trees.
Example
- The flying squirrel leapt from one tree to another, gliding effortlessly through the night sky.
Similar
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