Greater Short-nosed Fruit Bat

Cynopterus sphinx

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Pteropodidae

About

The greater short-nosed fruit bat, or short-nosed Indian fruit bat, is a species of megabat in the family Pteropodidae found in South and Southeast Asia.

Fun Fact

They are polygynous and 6–10 males and 10–15 females usually share palm-frond tents during the breeding season.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in grasslands and mangrove 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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