Hispaniolan Greater Funnel-eared Bat
Natalus major
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedMammalia · Chiroptera · Natalidae
About
The Hispaniolan greater funnel-eared bat is a funnel-eared bat species endemic to the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean. First described in 1902, it has a complex taxonomic history, with some authors identifying multiple subspecies, now recognised as the separate species Natalus primus and Natalus jamaicensis, and others considering Natalus major to be itself a subspecies of Natalus stramineus. It lives primarily in caves and feeds on insects.
Fun Fact
First described in 1902, it has a complex taxonomic history, with some authors identifying multiple subspecies, now recognised as the separate species Natalus primus and Natalus jamaicensis, and others considering Natalus major to be itself a subspecies of Natalus stramineus.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to the island of Hispaniola (in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti) in the Caribbean.
Diet
Feeds on insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change