Ornate Flying-fox (Pteropus ornatus) — Vulnerable Mammalia

Ornate Flying-fox

Pteropus ornatus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Pteropodidae

About

The ornate flying fox is a species of flying fox in the family Pteropodidae. It is endemic to New Caledonia. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests. It is threatened due to habitat destruction and hunting, the former exacerbated by high roost-site fidelity.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to New Caledonia.

Diet

To be updated

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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