Welwitsch's Mouse-eared Bat (Myotis welwitschii) — Least Concern Mammalia

Welwitsch's Mouse-eared Bat

Myotis welwitschii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

Welwitsch's bat also known as Welwitsch's mouse-eared bat or Welwitsch's myotis is a species of vesper bat native to Africa.

Fun Fact

Welwitsch's bat is a relatively large member of its genus, measuring about 12 cm (4.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Diet consists of aerial insect prey such as moths, beetles and bugs, based on limited observations in Mpumalanga, South Africa.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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