Lesser Horseshoe Bat

Rhinolophus hipposideros

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Rhinolophidae

About

The lesser horseshoe bat is a type of small European and North African insectivorous bat, related to its larger cousin, the greater horseshoe bat. As with all horseshoe bats, the species gets its name from its distinctive horseshoe-shaped noseleaf.

Fun Fact

Lesser horseshoe bats weigh just 5-9 grams and wrap their wings completely around their body when roosting, hanging from the ceiling like tiny black cocoons.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Caves and woodlands

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

10-21 years

Threats

Deforestation
Illegal Logging

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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