Order Rodentia, Family Sciuridae
Range in Washington:
All forested regions of the state.
Habitat:
Coniferous and mixed forests.
Diet:
Fungus, lichens.
Habitats:
Nocturnal; glides from trees; highly arboreal; does not hibernate.
Identification:
Gliding skin between front and rear legs; large eyes.
Total length: 25-35 cm; tail: 12-18 cm; mass: 45-70 g
