Flying squirrels are nocturnal animals, meaning they are active during the night and not during the day. This behavior is unique to flying squirrels and distinguishes them from other squirrel species. While more than 50 species of squirrel exist, the flying squirrel is the exception, preferring to be active at night due to their food…

Flying squirrels eat a variety of foods, including fruits, nuts, insects, small birds, and meat scraps. They are known to visit bird feeders and can also eat lichen, sap, and even truffles. Some species of flying squirrels have a more carnivorous diet and may consume bird eggs and small rodents like moles. They are adaptable…