About the Sugar Glider
The Sugar Glider (Petaurus breviceps) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.
Conservation Status
Sugar Glider is currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Population Trend
stable
Current Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Climate change
Photo Gallery
1 photos available
Geographic Distribution
Distribution by Region
Eastern Australia
Continent: Oceania
Country: Australia
Region: Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria
Northern Australia
Continent: Oceania
Country: Australia
Region: Northern Territory, Western Australia
Distribution Overview
The Sugar Glider is a widespread species found in eastern and northern Australia, inhabiting eucalyptus forests, woodlands, and coastal areas.
Quick Facts
- Size
- 15 - 20 cm
- Weight
- 140 - 250 g
- Lifespan
- up to 12-15 years years
- Diet
- Eucalyptus sapInsectsFruitsNectar
Habitat
Eucalyptus forestsWoodlandsCoastal areasUrban areas
Behavior
- Nocturnal, spending most of its time in trees
- Omnivorous, feeding on eucalyptus sap, insects, fruits, and nectar
- Social, living in small family groups
- Engages in playful behavior, such as jumping and gliding