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Whiskered Bat

Myotis mystacinus

The Whiskered Bat is a small, furry creature with cute whiskers! They love to fly around at night, catching tiny bugs to eat. These bats help keep our environment healthy by controlling insect populations.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Whiskered Bat is a small bat with soft, fluffy fur that ranges from dark brown to reddish-brown on its back, fading to a lighter greyish underside. It has a distinctive reddish-brown face and a blunt snout, often appearing subtly 'whiskered' around its muzzle.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderChiropteraFamilyVespertilionidaeGenusMyotis
Whiskered Bat
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Whiskered Bat

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Its super-sensitive ears help it pinpoint tiny insects using echoes in total darkness!

Some Whiskered Bats have traveled over 1,000 kilometers from their winter homes!

This tiny bat can live for nearly 20 years, an amazing feat for such a small mammal!

Whiskered Bats can snatch insects right off the water's surface while flying!

Special abilities

Ability

Sonic Navigator

Whiskered Bat can 'see with sound' using echolocation to create a detailed map of its surroundings in total darkness.

Ability

Insect Hunter's Edge

Whiskered Bat has incredibly agile wings that allow it to catch fast-moving insects mid-air with acrobatic skill.

Ability

Winter Snooze Power

Whiskered Bat can hibernate for months, drastically slowing its body to survive cold winters with little food.

Measurements & details

Length
3.5-4.8 cm
Wingspan
20-25 cm
Weight
0.004-0.011 kg
Lifespan
5-19 years
Top Speed
25 km/h
Litter Size
1
Gestation
40-60 days

Diet & Feeding

This speedy night hunter loves to snack on tiny flying insects like moths and beetles!

Primary Foods

  • moths
  • midges
  • caddisflies
  • small beetles
  • flies

Foraging Method

  • Pursuit

Ecological connections

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Bats are usually shy and prefer to be left alone. It's best to watch them from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Whiskered Bat?

3.5-4.8 cm

What is Whiskered Bat's wingspan?

20-25 cm

How much does Whiskered Bat weigh?

0.004-0.011 kg

How long does Whiskered Bat live?

5-19 years

How fast can Whiskered Bat move?

25 km/h

What does Whiskered Bat eat?

This speedy night hunter loves to snack on tiny flying insects like moths and beetles!

Where is Whiskered Bat usually found?

Forests

How does Whiskered Bat hunt?

Pursuit

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