New Guinea big-eared bat

Pharotis imogene

Conservation Status

Critically Endangered

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The New Guinea big-eared bat or Papuan big-eared bat,, is a vesper bat endemic to Papua New Guinea. It is listed as a critically endangered species due to ongoing habitat loss. It is the only known member of the genus Pharotis, which is closely related to Nyctophilus.

Fun Fact

It is the only known member of the genus Pharotis, which is closely related to Nyctophilus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Pollution
Invasive Species
Over-Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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