African Long-fingered Bat

Miniopterus africanus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Miniopteridae

About

The African long-fingered bat is a species of vesper bat in the family Miniopteridae. It is found only in Kenya. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. This species is often considered a synonym of Miniopterus inflatus. The holotype was collected in October 1926 by A. M. Bailey. It was described as a new species in 1936 by Colin Campbell Sanborn.

Fun Fact

It is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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