Pallid Bat

Antrozous pallidus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The pallid bat is a species of bat that ranges from western Canada to central Mexico. It is the sole species of its genus and is closely related to Van Gelder's bat, which is sometimes included in Antrozous. Although it has in the past been placed in its own subfamily (Antrozoinae) or even family (Antrozoidae), it is now considered part of the subfamily Vespertilioninae and the tribe Antrozoini.

Fun Fact

Pallid bats are one of the few bats that hunt on the ground, pouncing on scorpions and centipedes — and they're mysteriously immune to Arizona bark scorpion venom that would be painful to humans.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Deserts and scrublands

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

5-10 years

Threats

Invasive Species
Overgrazing

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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