Glossy Horseshoe Bat
Rhinolophus refulgens
About the Glossy Horseshoe Bat
Rhinolophus refulgens, or the glossy horseshoe bat, is a species of horseshoe bat in the genus Rhinolophus and the family Rhinolophidae described by Knud Andersen in 1905.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Glossy Horseshoe Bat?
The scientific name of the Glossy Horseshoe Bat is Rhinolophus refulgens.
How many Glossy Horseshoe Bat sightings have been recorded?
12 observations of the Glossy Horseshoe Bat have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
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