Southern Myotis

Myotis macropus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The large-footed myotis, also known as the southern myotis, is a species of vesper bat (Vespertilionidae) in the genus Myotis. It is one of only two Australian "fishing" bats and feeds by trawling its specially adapted feet along the water's surface for aquatic invertebrates and fish.

Fun Fact

It is one of only two Australian "fishing" bats and feeds by trawling its specially adapted feet along the water's surface for aquatic invertebrates and fish.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range in the 1970s at a billabong in Boomanoomana State Forest, near Mulwala and the Murray River.

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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