Brazilian Funnel-eared Bat

Natalus macrourus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Natalidae

About

The Brazilian funnel-eared bat is a bat species found in eastern Brazil and Paraguay. It roosts in caves, which makes it vulnerable to disturbance of these scarce sites, and in particular, to extermination campaigns against cave-roosting bats carried out in Brazil to combat rabies.

Fun Fact

It roosts in caves, which makes it vulnerable to disturbance of these scarce sites, and in particular, to extermination campaigns against cave-roosting bats carried out in Brazil to combat rabies.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in warm forests and roosts in caves, it is vulnerable to habitat destruction.

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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