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Van Gelder's bat (Bauerus dubiaquercus)

Van Gelder's bat

Bauerus dubiaquercus

NT Near Threatened

Close to qualifying as threatened

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Van Gelder's bat

Van Gelder's bat (Bauerus dubiaquercus) is a species of vesper bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It is found in Belize, Costa Rica, Honduras, and Mexico. The species is monotypic within its genus. It is part of the tribe Antrozoini within the subfamily Vespertilioninae and is related to the pallid bat (Antrozous pallidus). The bat is found in forest habitat from sea level to elevations as high as 2300 m, although not usually above 1300 m, and...

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 Van Gelder's bat?

The scientific name of the Van Gelder's bat is Bauerus dubiaquercus.

Is the Van Gelder's bat endangered?

The Van Gelder's bat is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

How many Van Gelder's bat sightings have been recorded?

48 observations of the Van Gelder's bat have been recorded on iNaturalist.

48 observations on iNaturalist
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