Diadem Roundleaf Bat
Hipposideros diadema
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Chiroptera · Hipposideridae
About
The diadem leaf-nosed bat or diadem roundleaf bat is one of the most widespread species of bat in the family Hipposideridae. It is probably most closely related to Hipposideros demissus from Makira and to Hipposideros inornatus from the Northern Territory in Australia. Hipposideros diadema is found in Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Fun Fact
This nose shaped evolved to assist in echolocation, adding the noseleaf and the associated intricate musculature to help the nose resonate more effectively.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Restricted to rain-forest and in outback Australia it forages within eucalypt woodland and open forest, deciduous vine thicket and within towns.
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance