Mammal study: Sugar glider

The scientific name for sugar glider is Petaurus breviceps, which translates as "short-headed rope-dancer." Sugar gliders are nocturnal creatures, they sleep in the daytime and are awake at night. The average lifespan is around 12-15 years. R & M brought their two sugar gliders by the name of Milo & Lilo. One is female and the other is male. The male sugar glider has a bald patch on its head. Sugar gliders are omnivores, they eat vegetables, eggs, fruits, pellets, etc.