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fish-eating bat

Myotis vivesi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Chiroptera ›Family: Vespertilionidae ›Genus: Myotis

About

Myotis vivesi, the fish-eating bat or fish-eating myotis, is a species of bat that lives around the Gulf of California, and feeds on fish and crustaceans. It is the largest species of the genus Myotis in the Americas, and has exceptionally large feet, which it uses in hunting. It was described in 1901 by Auguste Ménégaux and is the only species in the subgenus (or genus) Pizonyx.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of fish-eating bat?
The scientific name of fish-eating bat is Myotis vivesi.
What is the conservation status of fish-eating bat?
The fish-eating bat has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does fish-eating bat belong to?
fish-eating bat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does fish-eating bat belong to?
fish-eating bat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does fish-eating bat belong to?
fish-eating bat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does fish-eating bat belong to?
fish-eating bat belongs to the order Chiroptera.
What family does fish-eating bat belong to?
fish-eating bat belongs to the family Vespertilionidae.
What genus does fish-eating bat belong to?
fish-eating bat belongs to the genus Myotis.