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Petaurus

Petaurus

9.9
A small animal that glides and carries its young in a pouch, like a sugar glider
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The sugar glider is a member of the genus Petaurus and is native to Australia.

Examples

  • Researchers have studied the unique gliding membranes of Petaurus species.

  • Several animals in the Petaurus genus are popular as exotic pets due to their playful nature.

  • Look at that Petaurus!

  • The Petaurus is a fascinating creature native to Australia.

  • The sugar glider is a member of the genus Petaurus and is native to Australia.

  • Several animals in the Petaurus genus are popular as exotic pets due to their playful nature.

  • Researchers have studied the unique gliding membranes of Petaurus species.

Synonyms

flying mouse
vsPetaurus
  • Australian
8.6

A small animal like a mouse that glides between trees using skin between its legs

is the scientific genus name for that group rather than the common name
flying phalanger
vsPetaurus
  • Australian
9.9

A small Australian animal active at night that glides between trees using skin folds

is the genus term covering species beyond just nocturnal description

Surface Forms

Petaurus singular
Petauri plural

Etymology

Petaurus comes from old Greek parts like pet- ('to fly') and -auros ('tail'), so the name points to a small animal with a flying tail. So, a helpful image to remember is a tiny marsupial that glides between trees like a little 'flying tail'.