Proconsul's Horseshoe Bat

Rhinolophus proconsulis

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Rhinolophidae

About

The Bornean woolly horseshoe bat or Proconsul's horseshoe bat is an endangered species of horseshoe bat found on Borneo. Though it was discovered in 1959, it was not recognized as a distinct species until 2013.

Fun Fact

Though it was discovered in 1959, it was not recognized as a distinct species until 2013.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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