Laval's Disk-winged Bat

Thyroptera lavali

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Chiroptera · Thyropteridae

About

LaVal's disk-winged bat is a species of bat in the family Thyropteridae. It is native to Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, and Brazil where it has been found near streams in tropical rainforest. The bat is insectivorous. It is poorly studied but is believed to be rare. The species was named in honor of American zoologist Richard K. LaVal.

Fun Fact

It is native to Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, and Brazil where it has been found near streams in tropical rainforest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found near streams in tropical rainforest.

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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