Lesser Long-tongued Fruit Bat
Macroglossus minimus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Chiroptera · Pteropodidae
About
The long-tongued nectar bat, also known as the northern blossom bat, honey nectar bat, least blossom-bat, dagger-toothed long-nosed fruit bat, and lesser long-tongued fruit bat, is a species of megabat. M. minimus is one of the smallest species in the family Pteropodidae, with an average length of 60–85 mm. It has a reddish-brown colouring with relatively long hair compared to the other species. The hair on the abdomen is a lighter colour, and a dark brown stripe runs bilaterally down the top of the head and back.
Fun Fact
minimus is one of the smallest species in the family Pteropodidae, with an average length of 60–85 mm.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in small groups or alone.
Diet
Feeds on nectar and pollen, which it can obtain from mangroves and banana flowers in Malaysia.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance