sugar gliders Flashcards
1
Q
what is the gliding membrane called
A
the patagium
2
Q
what is the major disease process that they get
A
malnutrition- calcium deficiency, obesity, MBD, cataracts
3
Q
what is the treatment for cataracts
A
no treatment
4
Q
what is a common way joeys get eye infections
A
from the pouch of the moms
5
Q
what are the living requirements for sugar gliders in general
A
nocturnal, social- cant live alone, mark areas, chew on wooden material
6
Q
diet for sugar gliders
A
nectar-insectivorous
7
Q
what can sugar gliders not eat
A
nuts, grain, seeds
8
Q
ideal temp
A
75
9
Q
what to remember if neutering
A
they have testicles that are closely adhered to their bodywall
10
Q
why can they see well in the dark and are sensitive to light
A
avascular retinas
