Peters's wrinkle-lipped bat

Mormopterus jugularis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Molossidae

About

Peters's wrinkle-lipped bat, also called Peters's goblin bat, is a species of bat in the family Molossidae, the free-tailed bats. It is endemic to Madagascar, where it is widespread and in some areas abundant. It commonly roosts in human-made structures, sometimes in colonies with other free-tailed bat species. It forages in the open, often in agricultural areas. The bat is sexually dimorphic, with males larger than females.

Fun Fact

It is endemic to Madagascar, where it is widespread and in some areas abundant.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Madagascar, where it has been documented from 0–1,200 m (0–3,937 ft) above sea level.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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