Egyptian Free-tailed Bat
Tadarida aegyptiaca
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Chiroptera · Molossidae
About
The Egyptian free-tailed bat, also known as Egyptian guano bat or Egyptian nyctinome, is a species of bat in the family Molossidae.
Fun Fact
The Egyptian free-tailed bat has fine, dense fur which is greyish brown, shading darker on the head and back and paler on the underparts, particularly around the throat.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in a wide range of habitats, from arid savannas to humid uplands, so long as there is access to water both as a source of moisture for the bats and because the bats' insect food tends to congregate over and around water.
Diet
Prey is taken both in flight and plucked from the ground and includes beetles, caterpillars, flies, moths, spiders, termites alates and wasps.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance