Sowell’s Short-tailed Bat

Carollia sowelli

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Phyllostomidae

About

Sowell's short-tailed bat is a common bat species in the family Phyllostomidae. It is found from San Luis Potosi (Mexico) through Central America to west Panama. The species was split off from Carollia brevicauda in 2002 based on genetic evidence. It is also closely related to Carollia perspicillata. The species is named after American philanthropist James N. Sowell.

Fun Fact

It is found from San Luis Potosi (Mexico) through Central America to west Panama.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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