Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.
Gliders Of The Night Sky: The Secret Lives Of Carolina North Flying Squirrels
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The species is one of two in North Carolina. In folklore, legends revolve around these squirrels having magical properties. A dense forest canopy provides perfect habitat for gliding by these animals, sometime nearly 150 feet in a single glide. Their special feature is a fur covered membranethat stretches from wrist to ankle.
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