Little Forest Bat
Vespadelus vulturnus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Chiroptera · Vespertilionidae
About
The little forest bat is a species of vesper bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It is found only in south-eastern Australia, including Tasmania. It is a tiny bat often weighing less than 4 g (0.14 oz). It is sometimes referred to as Australia's smallest mammal, although the Northern or Koopmans Pipistrelle, Pipistrellus westralis, is possibly smaller, weighing on average around 3 g (0.11 oz). It is the smallest bat in Tasmania
Fun Fact
It is sometimes referred to as Australia's smallest mammal, although the Northern or Koopmans Pipistrelle, Pipistrellus westralis, is possibly smaller, weighing on average around 3 g (0.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in a variety of habitats including Eucalypt woodlands and forests as well as in rural, semi-rural and some urban areas.
Diet
Insectivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance