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Adequate clean soft nesting material should be supplied for insulation and to stop the glidersfrom rolling around excessively.7.6.3 Water and FoodWhen transporting in a box water can be supplied in a water container that has no sharp edges.Water can be supplied by placing a piece of clean sponge or rag and soaking it with fresh water(Jackson, S. Ed 2003).7.6.4 Animals per BoxSquirrel gliders are best transported separately.Females with young should not be transported unless young have only just been recently bornand are permanently attached to the teat.When transporting squirrel gliders by air IATA regulations state that pregnant females orfemales suckling young are not to be transported.7.6.5 Timing of TransportationTransportation is best carried out at the time when the gliders are sleeping.7.6.6 Release from BoxOnce in the enclosure, open the bag or box, uncover the glider’s head so it can see outside, andthen leave it to exit when it is ready. The bag and box are then removed when the glider has fullyemerged (Jackson. S.M. Ed. 2003).24