Dusky Flying Fox

Pteropus brunneus

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Pteropodidae

About

Pteropus brunneus is an extinct species of flying fox in the family Pteropodidae. It was said to be found at Percy Island, southeast of Mackay, Queensland, off the northeast coast of Australia.

Fun Fact

Since that record, no further documentation is known of this species; the specimen is still located at BMNH.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Overexploitation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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