A small vesper bat species endemic to parts of Southern Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, characterized by its agile flight and insectivorous diet.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Rocky areas, forests, urban environments, mountainous regions ranging from sea level to 2,300 meters elevation, preferring Mediterranean and temperate landscapes
Ecological Role
Critical insect population control, pollination contributor, and integral part of complex ecosystem food webs
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Short, dense fur, typically brown-grey coloration with lighter ventral surface
- LIMBS WINGS Wingspan approximately 220-250 mm, membranous wings adapted for agile aerial hunting
- HEAD SENSORY Large ears, developed echolocation capabilities, prominent tragus for sound navigation
- BODY STRUCTURE Small bat, body length 40-50 mm, weight 5-10 g, slender aerodynamic form
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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