Golden-tipped Bat

Phoniscus papuensis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The golden-tipped bat is a species of Microchiropteran in the family Vespertilionidae. It is found in Papua New Guinea and in Australia, especially scattered along the eastern part of Australia. The species is considered uncommon, and is listed as endangered in Australia.

Fun Fact

The golden-tipped bat also uses echolocation for foraging, with frequencies of approximately 155 kHz to 60 kHz.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Consume insects which belong to the insect orders Coleoptera (beetles) and Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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