clear-winged woolly bat
Kerivoula pellucida
Close to qualifying as threatened
Source: IUCN Red List
About the clear-winged woolly bat
The clear-winged woolly bat (Kerivoula pellucida) is a species of vesper bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Members of this species are relatively small, typically weighing about 4.5g and mainly forages in the understory of tropical forests. This species also presents a unique variant of echolocation that is a higher intensity and lower frequency than most other kerivoula calls. The sort range calls are distinguishable from the...
Key Facts
- Near threatened - close to being at risk.
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the clear-winged woolly bat?
The scientific name of the clear-winged woolly bat is Kerivoula pellucida.
Is the clear-winged woolly bat endangered?
The clear-winged woolly bat is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
How many clear-winged woolly bat sightings have been recorded?
8 observations of the clear-winged woolly bat have been recorded on iNaturalist.
