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Do squirrels really fly?

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Do squirrels really fly?

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No, but some species do glide. The flying squirrel gets its name from the folds of skin between its body and arms. With its arms extended the flying squirrel forms a wing, similar to a bird. The flying squirrel can glide great distances, as it searches for food.

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