Flying Squirrels - Conservation
Flying Squirrels are endangered in some US states. Thus, the Northern Flying Squirrel is protected in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The Southern Flying Squirrel is endangered in Nebraska. The Northern Flying Squirrel has been on the endangered species list since 1985. Nowadays, the population is stable in most parts of the country. However, there are some threats that can reduce the number of Flying Squirrels.
Flying Squirrels - ThreatsIt is acknowledged that Flying Squirrels suffer mainly from the lack of appropriate habitat. Thus, they experience the shortage of deciduous and coniferous forests in some areas. Deforestation leads to the loss of good living sites and food. Cutting of forests results in the reduction of Flying Squirrel's population. Thus, it is necessary to be on the guard for suitable habitats for the species. It is recommended to balance the amount of hickories, oaks, and other trees in the area. Home sites on the bluffs are also undesirable for Flying Squirrels.Since Flying Squirrels are nocturnal mammals and do not have commercial value, they have not been studied until recently. Data collected usually originates from observation and live trapping of Flying Squirrels. The construction of boxes also allows environmentalists to do research work. Flying Squirrels - Living in the WildIt has been established that Flying Squirrels have a few natural predators. They are often the victims of owls, hawks, snakes, raccoons, and other animals. Domestic cats can also hunt Flying Squirrels. However, natural predators are not the major threats for the species. Neither are health problems that affect Flying Squirrels. The species can suffer from internal and external parasites. They are rather annoying to the animal, yet are not considered a limiting factor.The relationship between the Southern and the Northern Flying Squirrel is a concern. Their home ranges overlap sometimes, which is detrimental for the Northern Flying Squirrel. Its southern counterpart appears rather aggressive and often forces out the Northern Flying Squirrel. At present, the population of Flying Squirrels is considerable. Research has helped to evaluate the numbers of the species in the wild. If the living conditions are improved or remain the same, Flying Squirrels can undergo a shift from the endangered to the threatened status. Flying Squirrels - Management LinksAppalachian Northern Flying Squirrels - PDF file with general information on the species and recovery plan. Carolina Northern Flying Squirrel - Description, reproduction and development, range and population level, reasons for current status, management and protection information. Ecology and Habitat Use of the Endangered Northern Flying Squirrel - Research on the species conservation.
Endangered Species Discussion - Current status, general information on the species, and discussion. Endangered/Threatened Species Report - Information on the endangered Southern Flying Squirrel. Grey Bruce Northern Flying Squirrel Research Project - Information on the species and reports. Lack of Protection - European Commission criticizes Finland over lack of protection of endangered Flying Squirrels. Missouri Conservationist: Flying Squirrels - General information on the species and conservation efforts. Nesting Box Project for the Southern Flying Squirrels - Information on the project for the preservation of the species. Responses of Flying Squirrels to Logging - This study investigated responses of populations of southern Flying Squirrels to a range of experimental even-aged and uneven-aged timber-harvest practices along a gradient of increasing disturbance intensity. Species Characteristics and Requirements - Habitat Characteristics and Home Ranges of Northern Flying Squirrel in Fundy NP and the GFE. Survey for the Northern Flying Squirrel - The objective of the survey of Blackwater Canyon is to document the distribution and numbers of northern Flying Squirrels, both in areas of previous capture and in additional, unsampled localities of appropriate habitat. West Virginia Northern Flying Squirrel - Status, description, range, habitat, diet, life history, and information on threats and prospects. Flying Squirrels - Critter Corner
Burney's Critter Corner: Flying Squirrels - Informative site for children. Caring for Southern Flying Squirrels - Tips on how to care for the species. Critter Collection: Flying Southern Squirrels - Brief information on the species, plus links to other sites. Critter Corner - Information for children. FAQ - Information for those who want to acquire a Flying Squirrel as a pet. Flying Squirrel Printout - Anatomy and information on behavior. Flying Squirrels Pictures - Pictures of the species. The Calcium Connection - Information for children on appropriate care for the Flying Squirrel. Worldkids: The Flying Squirrel - General information and current status for the species.
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