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Sugar Gliders
Natural
History


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Natural History

Sugar Gliders are marsupials from Australia and Indonesia. They are tree dwelling, nocturnal creatures who often live in groups of 20 to 40. They are soft gray animals with a black stripe running down their back, and a gliding membrane they use much as a flying squirrel does. Adult gliders weigh about 120 to 135 grams and are about 10 to 14 inches long from head to tip of tail, with their tail ranging from 6 to 8 inches. They can live 10 to 15 years if well cared for.

Their tails are used for balance and steering when gliding. If high enough, a sugar glider can glide as far as 150 feet. Gliders also have opposable fingers and toes. They can make a wide range of sounds such as chirping, barking, chattering, and crabbing.

Sexing the Sugar Glider

Check the lower abdomen for a pouch opening in the female or for the fur-covered testicles in the male. The bifurcated (forked) penis is located at the base of the tail. Males develop a scent gland on the forehead that they may rub on the female's chest. Males also have anal glands and scent glands on the chest. Both sexes scent-mark territory. 

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