Canyon Bat

Parastrellus hesperus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The canyon bat, also known as the western pipistrelle, or American parastrelle is a species of vesper bat. It is found in Mexico and in the western United States. The species has historically been placed in the genus Pipistrellus, but molecular evidence does not show any close relationship with that genus, and accordingly it was classified into its own genus, Parastrellus, in 2006.

Fun Fact

Parastrellus hesperus is the smallest bat in the United States.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the deserts and lowlands of the western United States and Mexico.

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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