Large-eared Free-tailed Bat

Otomops martiensseni

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Molossidae

About

The large-eared free-tailed bat is a species of bat in the family Molossidae native to Africa.

Fun Fact

Large-eared free-tailed bats have ears so big they nearly meet on top of the head, and they produce echolocation calls at frequencies audible to humans — a deep, clicking chatter.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Forests and rocky outcrops

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

5-10 years

Threats

Illegal Logging
Deforestation
Habitat Fragmentation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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