Fijian Monkey-faced Bat
Mirimiri acrodonta
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Fijian Monkey-faced Bat
The Fijian monkey-faced bat or Fijian flying fox (Mirimiri acrodonta) is a megabat endemic to Fiji. It was discovered in old-growth cloud forest on Des Vœux Peak, the second highest mountain peak (1,195 m) on the island of Taveuni by William and Ruth Beckon in 1976, and is Fiji's only endemic mammal. It has recently been transferred from Pteralopex to its own monotypic genus Mirimiri.
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Fijian Monkey-faced Bat?
The scientific name of the Fijian Monkey-faced Bat is Mirimiri acrodonta.
Is the Fijian Monkey-faced Bat endangered?
The Fijian Monkey-faced Bat is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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