![]() ![]() Research has shown that how these various species glide depends on their wing loading. ![]() There are many different species of Draco. This ability comes from the fact that they have a flexible patagium and that they have precise control over the movement and bending of the patagium through contractions of the internal and external intercostal muscles as well as the external oblique muscles. They have the ability to avoid obstacles mid glide, and they have even been observed pulling off barrel rolls. It has been observed that Flying Lizards have amazing maneuverability in the air. Once enough lift is generated to counteract gravity a steady level glide can be achieved. This creates lift, which increases with to air speed and is the force that counters gravity. It leaps from its high up location thus horizontally accelerating. Like other gliding animal, the Flying Lizard uses gliding mechanics to get from tree to tree. Draco Sumatranus also known as the Common Flying Lizard ![]()
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