A small vespertilionid bat endemic to southeastern Australia, characterized by its forest habitat and nocturnal insectivorous behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Primarily found in temperate and subtropical forest ecosystems of southeastern Australia, including regions of Tasmania, Victoria, and New South Wales, typically inhabiting dense woodland areas with complex understory vegetation
Ecological Role
Critical for forest ecosystem balance by controlling insect populations, serving as prey for larger predators, and contributing to seed dispersal and pollination processes
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Dense brown to dark grey fur, providing thermal regulation and camouflage in woodland habitats
- LIMBS WINGS Elongated forearm membranes (plagiopatagium) enabling highly maneuverable flight, wing span approximately 250-300 mm
- HEAD SENSORY Large ears for echolocation, prominent tragus, sophisticated ultrasonic navigation system enabling precise insect hunting in complex forest environments
- BODY STRUCTURE Small bat with compact body, averaging 40-50 mm in total length and weighing 7-12 grams, adapted for agile flight through forest understory
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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