I WONDER - Can The Colugo Actually Fly?

The video discusses a unique gliding animal found in the rainforests of South East Asia. These animals possess a membrane called a pattayam, which allows them to glide up to 70 meters between trees. This gliding ability is essential for escaping predators and foraging in their complex forest environment.

What is the primary habitat of the animals described in the text?

Describe the unique physical feature that allows these animals to glide.

How far can these animals glide in a single jump?

What are the two main reasons for the importance of gliding in these animals?

In what way does gliding benefit these animals in their environment?