Short-palated fruit bat

Casinycteris argynnis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Pteropodidae

About

The short-palated fruit bat is a species of frugivorous megabat in the family Pteropodidae. It is found in Cameroon, Central African Republic, and Democratic Republic of the Congo. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. Births occur in May.

Fun Fact

It is found in Cameroon, Central African Republic, and Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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