Blyth's Horseshoe Bat

Rhinolophus lepidus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Rhinolophidae

About

Blyth's horseshoe bat is a species of bat in the family Rhinolophidae. It is found across southern Asia from Afghanistan to Vietnam. The species can be identified from its pointed, bifid sella.

Fun Fact

It uses echolocation to navigate, flying in a fluttering style through cluttered airspace in search of insect prey.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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