Squirrel gliders have long, sharp, diprotodont lower incisors.
The squirrel glider is an omnivorous species. In the months of January through May, the female's pouch becomes small and dry, indicating anestrus. These young stay in the mother's pouch for approximately 70 days after parturition. The young will remain in the nest for another 40-50 days after emerging from the pouch. Squirrel gliders exhibit some vocal communications.