Cuban Flower Bat

Phyllonycteris poeyi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Phyllostomidae

About

The Cuban flower bat, also called Poey's flower bat, is a species of bat in the family Phyllostomidae. It is found on the Caribbean islands of Cuba and Hispaniola.

Fun Fact

Unlike other related bats, their echolocation calls are typically less than 50 kHz, and relatively long, lasting up to 7 seconds.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Cuba, Hispaniola, Isla de la Juventud, and surrounding smaller islands.

Diet

Feed on nectar from flowers.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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