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Western Barbastelle (Barbastella barbastellus)

Western Barbastelle

Barbastella barbastellus

NT Near Threatened

Close to qualifying as threatened

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Western Barbastelle

The barbastelle (Barbastella barbastellus), also known as the western barbastelle, is a European bat. It has a short nose, small eyes and wide ears.

Key Facts

  • Near threatened - close to being at risk.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Western Barbastelle?

The scientific name of the Western Barbastelle is Barbastella barbastellus.

Is the Western Barbastelle endangered?

The Western Barbastelle is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

How many Western Barbastelle sightings have been recorded?

1,125 observations of the Western Barbastelle have been recorded on iNaturalist.

1,125 observations on iNaturalist
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