hairy-legged myotis

Myotis keaysi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The hairy-legged myotis is a species of mouse-eared bat. It is found from southern Tamaulipas in Mexico, through much of Central America and across northern South America as far east as Trinidad. Further south, it is found along the foothills of the Andes as far south as northern Argentina.

Fun Fact

Most are found at elevations from sea level to around 2,400 metres (7,900 ft), although some have been reported from up to 3,350 metres (10,990 ft) in Peru.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found roosting in small groups of two to eight individuals, some cave-dwelling colonies may consist of over five hundred bats.

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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