Gliding mammals are a group of animals that can travel through the air by gliding from one place to another. They have special adaptations, such as flaps of skin or membranes, that stretch between their limbs, allowing them to catch the air and glide efficiently. Examples of gliding mammals include sugar gliders, flying squirrels, and colugos. These mammals typically inhabit forests and use gliding as a way to move between trees in search of food or to escape predators. Gliding helps them conserve energy compared to climbing or jumping, making it an effective survival strategy in their natural habitats.