Acuminate horseshoe bat
A species of Horseshoe bat Scientific name : Rhinolophus acuminatus Genus : Horseshoe bat
Acuminate horseshoe bat, A species of Horseshoe bat
Botanical name: Rhinolophus acuminatus
Genus: Horseshoe bat
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Description General Info
Description
Its forearm length is 48–50 mm (1.9–2.0 in); its tail length is 21–31 mm (0.83–1.22 in); its ear length is 20–21 mm (0.79–0.83 in). It weighs 11.5–13.5 g (0.41–0.48 oz).
Life Expectancy
15-20 years
Habitat
It is found in several countries in Southeast Asia, including Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
General Info
Behavior
Acuminate horseshoe bat is a nocturnal species, actively hunting insects during the night via echolocation. This bat is solitary outside of breeding season, exhibiting loner tendencies. It not only exhibits territorial behavior but also demonstrates fidelity to certain sites, returning to these regularly. Its unique ambient temperature acclimation aids its survival in its habitat.
Species Status
It is currently evaluated as least concern by the IUCN—its lowest conservation priority. It meets the criteria for this assessment because it is a widespread species considered locally common. Its range includes protected areas. It lacks major threats, although cave disturbance by humans is a local threat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Horseshoe bats Genus
Horseshoe bat Species
Acuminate horseshoe bat