Tanzanian woolly bat

Kerivoula africana

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The Tanzanian woolly bat or Dobson's painted bata is a species of vesper bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It is found only in Tanzania. Locally, it is known as the "popo" or "tunge".

Fun Fact

At the time of its description, it was the smallest species of its genus known.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Tanzania, and is only found on the country's eastern coast.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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