São Tomé Leaf-nosed Bat

Macronycteris thomensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Hipposideridae

About

The São Tomé leaf-nosed bat is a species of bat in the family Hipposideridae. It is endemic to the island of São Tomé, in the Gulf of Guinea off the western coast of Africa. The bat's natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and caves.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to the island of São Tomé, in the Gulf of Guinea off the western coast of Africa.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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