colugo

/kəˈluːɡoʊ, ˈkɒluɡoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A nocturnal, arboreal mammal native to Southeast Asia, characterized by a membrane that stretches from its face to its tail, allowing it to glide through the air.

“The colugo was seen gliding effortlessly through the forest canopy.”

Synonyms

  • flying lemur
  • giant flying squirrel

Antonyms

  • ground-dwelling animal
  • non-glider