NOT JUST BIRDS! 

When we think of flying animals, birds and bats usually come to mind. But some truly unexpected creatures have mastered the art of taking flight. 

Here Are 6 Animals You Won’t Believe Can Fly: 

Mobulas can leap out of the water, performing flips and belly flops as part of their mating ritual. 

These tree-dwelling species can glide between trees using their large webbed feet and hands like parachutes.

Flying squirrels glide through the air using a skin membrane called the patagium, covering distances up to 150 meters to avoid predators.

Found in tropical oceans, these fish glide above water using wing-like fins to escape predators. 

These tiny relatives of iguanas can glide over 50 meters by extending wing-like membranes supported by elongated ribs. 

Wild turkeys can fly short distances at speeds up to 55 mph to reach their treetops. 

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