Eastern Long-eared Bat

Nyctophilus bifax

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The eastern long-eared bat is a small flying mammal, a vespertilionid bat. It is found in eastern Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Fun Fact

The first description of the species was published in 1915 by Oldfield Thomas, based on a male type specimen obtained from the Herberton district in the north of Queensland.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is also used by the species, in woodland and forests that provide suitable food or refuge.

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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