If you saw a “tiny squirrel that seems to fly” in New Jersey, you’re not alone—and you’re definitely not imagining it. Flying squirrels are real, they’re native to the Garden State, and they’re one of the most commonly misidentified  wildlife visitors we encounter because they’re nocturnal  and rarely seen during the day. This guide is designed to be the most useful, New Jersey–specific resource you’ll find: which species live here, what their habits look like, how they repro