Subfamily Petauristidae (Noun)
Meaning
Old World flying squirrels.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The subfamily Petauristidae is composed of Old World flying squirrels that inhabit tropical and subtropical regions of Asia.
- Flying squirrels in the subfamily Petauristidae are primarily arboreal, spending most of their time in the trees.
- Members of the subfamily Petauristidae use a membrane called the patagium to glide between trees, allowing them to cover great distances.
- Some species within the subfamily Petauristidae are threatened by habitat loss and fragmentation, making conservation efforts essential.
- The subfamily Petauristidae is further divided into several genera, each containing unique species of Old World flying squirrels.