Peters's epauletted fruit bat
A species of Epomophorus Scientific name : Epomophorus crypturus Genus : Epomophorus
Peters's epauletted fruit bat, A species of Epomophorus
Botanical name: Epomophorus crypturus
Genus: Epomophorus
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Description
Individuals have a forearm length ranging from 75–88 mm (3.0–3.5 in) and weigh 56–140 g (2.0–4.9 oz). 
Life Expectancy
6-8 years
Habitat
Peters's epauletted fruit bat is found in Southern Africa, where it has been documented at a range of elevations between 500–2,185 m (1,640–7,169 ft) above sea level. Its range includes the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
General Info
Behavior
Peters's epauletted fruit bat is a nocturnal frugivore, primarily foraging for fruits. It exhibits interspecies grouping behavior with related species during roosting. Males defend a small territory around the feeding sites. Colony size fluctuates with food availability, indicating adaptation to changing environments.
Species Status
As of 2016, it is evaluated as a least-concern species by the IUCN. It meets the criteria for this classification due to its wide geographic range, and thus, presumably large population. It tolerates some human modification of its habitat. Additionally, it is unlikely to be experiencing rapid population decline.
Scientific Classification
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Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Megabats Genus
Epomophorus Species
Peters's epauletted fruit bat 
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