The greenhouse effect. The exchange of incoming and outgoing radiation that warms the Earth is often referred to as the greenhouse effect because a greenhouse works in much the same way. Incoming UV radiation easily passes through the glass walls of a greenhouse and is absorbed by the plants and hard surfaces inside.
Southern flying squirrels are adorable pet rodents that have the unique ability to glide through the air, just like sugar gliders. They can be found wild in the United States and can make a good pet for the right person. Names: Glaucomys volans, Southern flying squirrel, Assapan. Expected Lifespan: 10-12 years
Flying squirrels live in deciduous forests throughout the United States and Canada. They do not truly fly as birds or bats do. Rather, they glide from tree to tree. They may be one of the most common animals in a forest, but humans rarely see them because they are nocturnal. Flying squirrels are omnivores. They eat a ...