Little Broad-nosed Bat (Scotorepens greyii) — Least Concern Mammalia

Little Broad-nosed Bat

Scotorepens greyii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae

About

The little broad-nosed bat translates to "Grey's darkness creeper". Sometimes called Grey's broad-nosed after the third governor of South Australia, Sir John Edward Grey. It is a species of vesper bat, which is one of the largest and best-known family of bats. They are endemic to Australia, are insectivores and have a broad range within the mainland, mainly in hot arid areas but also found in tropical rainforests.

Fun Fact

Sometimes called Grey's broad-nosed after the third governor of South Australia, Sir John Edward Grey.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range of Scotorepens greyii includes all of mainland Australia, but it is not found in the southern half of Western Australia and South Australia, Tasmania, Cape York Peninsula, most of the south eastern coast and most of Victoria.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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