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Flying Lemurs are Closely Related to Primates
Photo of Flying Lemurs/Colugo courtesy of National Geographic
DNA shows that Flying Lemurs (Colugos) are closely related to Primates. These interesting creatures are found in Southeast Asia.
They are largely nocturnal. It is usually seen perching against a tree trunk with its head pointing upwards. When disturbed, the Colugo has two defensive reactions: It wil either freeze and hope not to get noticed or scramble up the trunk higher into the tree.
They are not the cutest creature I have ever seen, but they do have an interesting appearance. I think the fact that there are animals that can fly (glide) without wings is very interesting.
Sharon
said:
Wouldn't want to encounter one.....
:)
