How to Identify Cynocephalidae
Cynocephalidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Dermoptera, class Mammalia. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Cynocephalidae Species
Cynocephalus volans (Linnaeus, 1758)
Cynocephalus volans (Linnaeus, 1758)
Cynocephalus volans, the Philippine flying lemur, is a gliding tree-dwelling col…
Galeopterus variegatus (Audebert, 1799)
Galeopterus variegatus (Audebert, 1799)
Galeopterus variegatus, the Sunda flying lemur, is a gliding Southeast Asian tre…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Cynocephalidae?
Cynocephalidae animals belong to the Dermoptera order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 2 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Cynocephalidae?
Cynocephalidae is classified in the order Dermoptera, class Mammalia, phylum Chordata. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
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