New Caledonia Flying-fox (Pteropus vetula) — Near Threatened Mammalia

New Caledonia Flying-fox

Pteropus vetula

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Pteropodidae

About

The New Caledonia flying fox is a species of flying fox in the family Pteropodidae. It is endemic to New Caledonia. The habitat of the species is highly fragmented, and possibly decreasing due to deforestation. Other threats such as hunting are as yet unquantified.

Fun Fact

The habitat of the species is highly fragmented, and possibly decreasing due to deforestation.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to New Caledonia.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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