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SUGAR GLIDER ALBINO
RM800.00
General Information
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Common Name: Albino Sugar Glider
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Scientific Name: Petaurus breviceps (same species as standard sugar gliders)
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Classification: Marsupial, family Petauridae
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Origin/Range: Selectively bred in captivity; albino individuals occasionally appear in the wild but are extremely rare
🔹 Physical Description
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Size: Same as standard sugar gliders—16–21 cm (6–8 in) body length, plus a 16–21 cm (6–8 in) tail
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Weight: 90–150 g (3–5 oz)
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Appearance:
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Completely white or creamy fur
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Pink nose, ears, and paws
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Red or ruby-colored eyes (defining trait of true albinism)
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Lacks the gray coat and dark dorsal stripe of normal sugar gliders
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Lifespan: 9–12 years in captivity with proper care
🔹 Behavior & Lifestyle
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Same as Standard Sugar Gliders:
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Nocturnal and highly social
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Glide between trees using patagium
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Live in family colonies in the wild; thrive in bonded pairs or groups in captivity
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Temperament: Curious, playful, and affectionate once bonded; require consistent social interaction
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Special Consideration: Albino gliders may be slightly more light-sensitive due to lack of pigment in their eyes
🔹 Diet
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Type: Omnivorous
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Same Diet as Normal Sugar Gliders:
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Nectar substitutes, fresh fruit, vegetables, and live insects for protein
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Specialized formulated diets available for captive gliders
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Caution: Improper diet leads to malnutrition and metabolic bone disease
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