Horáček's horseshoe bat

Rhinolophus horaceki

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Rhinolophidae

About

The Horáček's horseshoe bat is a species of bat in the family Rhinolophidae, which is endemic to Cyrenaica, Libya.

Fun Fact

Previously, populations of these bats were attributed to Rhinolophus clivosus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Cyrenaica, Libya.

Diet

Eat mainly medium-sized moths, having similar foraging patterns to Greater Horseshoe bats and Geoffrey's Horseshoe bat.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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