Atacama myotis

Myotis atacamensis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The Atacama myotis is a species of vesper bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It is found in Chile and Peru, specifically throughout the Atacama Desert in the Chilean matorral. It is one of the smallest Myotis species, with a height of around 4–5 cm (1.6–2.0 in). The species was first discovered in the Atacama Desert, which is where its name comes from.

Fun Fact

It is one of the smallest Myotis species, with a height of around 4–5 cm (1.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in Chile and Peru, specifically throughout the Atacama Desert in the Chilean matorral.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

5-10 years

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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