Arnhem Tomb Bat

Taphozous kapalgensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Emballonuridae

About

The Arnhem sheath-tailed bat or Arnhem tomb bat is an emballonurid bat found at the Top End of Australia. The species is also referred to as the white-striped sheathtail for the distinguishing marks at the flank, a feature observable beneath the wing when the animal is in flight. Records of the species are rare.

Fun Fact

They use ultrasonic signals to navigate and locate prey, a typical feature of microchiropterans, and their echolocation call is distinctive but potentially ambiguous in recordings.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabitants of the region informed researchers that the species was also found at the Roper and Rose River.

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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