Peter's Disk-winged Bat
Thyroptera discifera
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Chiroptera · Thyropteridae
About
Peters's disk-winged bat is a bat species mainly found in South and Central America. It belongs to the family Thyropteridae, a small group of disk-winged bats. They are the smallest species of their genus and are characterized by yellowish brown ventral pelage that is slightly paler than that on the back. They have a distinguishing feature of circular, suction disks at the base of their thumbs and hind feet. They use these suction disks to cling onto young unfurling banana or heliconia leaves to roost while avoiding rain and predators. They are very similar in appearance and easily confused with Thyroptera tricolor which has a paler venter than dorsum, and two cartilaginous projections on the calcar.
Fun Fact
They are the smallest species of their genus and are characterized by yellowish brown ventral pelage that is slightly paler than that on the back.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat consists of rainforests and surrounding dry forests.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance