Durga Das's Roundleaf Bat

Hipposideros durgadasi

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Hipposideridae

About

Khajuria's leaf-nosed bat, also known as Durga Das's leaf-nosed bat, is a species of bat in the family Hipposideridae. It is endemic to India. Its natural habitat is caves. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

The bat was formerly considered a subspecies of H.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found roosting below large granite boulders and in caves.

Diet

Feeds on beetles, crickets, and other small insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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