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 are a tribe of 50 species of squirrels in the family Sciuridae. They are not capable of flight in the same way as birds or bats but are able to glide from one tree to another with the aid of a patagium, a furry, parachute-like membrane that stretches from wrist to ankle. Their long tail provides stability in flight. Anatomically they are very similar to other squirrels but have a number of adaptations to suit their life style; their limb bones are longer and their hand, foot bon