Hodgson's Bat

Myotis formosus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

Hodgson's bat, also called the copper-winged bat or black-and-orange myotis, is a species of vesper bat in the genus Myotis, the mouse-eared bats. Favouring mountain forests, it is found throughout Central, Southeast, and East Asia, from Afghanistan to Taiwan. It is about 5 centimetres (2.0 in) long and is distinguished from most other species of bat in this range by its yellowish colouration.

Fun Fact

Hodgson's bat is an insectivore, locating its insect prey by echolocation during flight and catching it on the wing.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in both upland and lowland primary and secondary forests and roosts in caves and trees, and sometimes buildings.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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