Ezo Momonga Collection

Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) flying directly over photographer. Hokkaido, Japan. February

Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) feeding on Sakhalin fir tree. Hokkaido, Japan. March

Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) male sitting in tree, portrait. Hokkaido, Japan. March

Japanese dwarf flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) gliding through forest canopy during light snowfall. Hokkaido, Japan. February

Female Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) sitting at entrance to nest. Hokkaido, Japan. February

Male Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) attempting to enter nest with female inside during reproductive season but stopped mid-way then rejected. Hokkaido, Japan. March

Split-second prior to Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) landing on tree, adjusting its attitude in mid-flight toward relatively vertical position to reduce speed

Pair of Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans orii) sharing nest in tree hole in preparation for reproductive season. Hokkaido, Japan. March

Pair of Japanese dwarf flying squirrels (Pteromys volans orii) during the reproductive season, on branch nlooking down, Hokkaido, Japan. The female is on the left, male right

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"Ezo Momonga: A Glimpse into the Life of Hokkaido's Siberian Flying Squirrel" Witness the enchanting sight of a Siberian flying squirrel feeding on a Sakhalin fir tree in Hokkaido, Japan. These adorable creatures, scientifically known as Pteromys volans orii, are truly captivating. In February, a female Siberian flying squirrel sits at the entrance to her nest, preparing for what lies ahead during this chilly winter month in Hokkaido. During the reproductive season in March, a male Siberian flying squirrel attempts to enter his mate's nest but is stopped midway and ultimately rejected. Nature can be unpredictable even for these agile creatures. Marvel at a composite image capturing an intriguing moment when a Siberian flying squirrel emerges from its nest and defecates for about twenty seconds before embarking on its search for food among the treetops of Hokkaido. Just before landing on a tree with utmost precision, observe how these squirrels adjust their attitude mid-flight to reduce speed and gracefully fold their wings inward—a true display of aerial mastery. Catch your breath as you witness one of these magnificent creatures fly directly over our photographer in Hokkaido during February—an extraordinary encounter indeed. Discover the heartwarming sight of two Siberian flying squirrels sharing their cozy nest within a tree hole as they prepare for the upcoming reproductive season in March—a testament to their strong bond. Amidst light snowfall in February, watch with awe as Japanese dwarf flying squirrels glide through the forest canopy—tiny acrobats bringing joy to nature enthusiasts across Hokkaido. Behold an intimate moment between a pair of Japanese dwarf flying squirrels during their reproductive season—they gaze down from atop a branch while preparing for new beginnings together.