Sep 29, 2024, 07:42 AM IST

10 animals that fly without wings 

Apurwa Amit

Flying squirrels: They have a special membrane called a patagium that allows them to glide through the air.

Flying fish: They can glide above the water by spreading their fins like wings.

Gliding ants: Certain species of ants can glide using their flat bodies to navigate through the air.

Flying frogs: Some species of frogs have webbed feet that act like parachutes, allowing them to glide.

Sugar gliders: They have a membrane called a patagium that allows them to glide from tree to tree.

 Draco lizards: These lizards have wing-like membranes that enable them to glide long distances.

Paradise tree snakes: They can flatten their bodies to glide through the air between trees.

Colugos: Also known as flying lemurs, they have a patagium that allows them to glide gracefully.

Flying lemurs: They have a membrane called a patagium that extends from their neck to their limbs, allowing them to glide.

Flying squid: Squid can glide above the water by using jet propulsion and spreading their fins.