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Originally Posted by WEG Cory
Haha...what is that???
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That is a Sugar Glider. They are parsupials, related to Koala bears, and distant relatives of squirells.
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Originally Posted by bringer
where can i get one and whats the cost and care requirements?
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i got mine from a friend that breeds them, but there are many places on the internet where you can get them. they cost about $300 bucks, make sure if you are going to get one from the internet, don't buy cheap, there are some shady breeders out there.
as for care requirements, they need fresh fruit and water, cage cleaned, etc about once a day. you need to also give them at least an hour everyday to play with you. tehy are solitary animals, and if left alone too long can become depressed and die. it is best to have them with another glider as a companion (usually of the opposite sex) to keep them from depression.
they are high maintanence in the respect that they need attention and fresh food everyday. vitamen suppliments once a week or so, and some form of protein regularly (i use baby food like mashed turkey, insects, etc.).
but they are really worth it. i wouldn't trade that fucker for anything. they're nocturnal, so i just bring him out at night with me in the office, shut the door, and let him run/glide around my room. they are very personable once they get to know you, but do love to pee on you. it's not much volume though thank god. i think it's affection or teritory marking for him to pee on me though.
they really are some of the coolest animals ever.
i'll bust out some of my glider bookmarks for ya in a second.