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Greater Horseshoe Bat

Rhinolophus ferrumequinum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Chiroptera ›Family: Rhinolophidae ›Genus: Rhinolophus

About

The greater horseshoe bat (Rhinolophus ferrumequinum) is a European bat of the genus Rhinolophus. Its distribution covers Europe, Africa, South Asia and Australia. It is the largest of the European horseshoe bats and is thus easily distinguished from other species. The species is sedentary, typically travelling up to 30 kilometres (19 mi) between the winter and summer roosts, with the longest recorded movement being 180 km (110 mi). The species is notable as having the oldest recorded age for...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Horseshoe Bat?
The scientific name of Greater Horseshoe Bat is Rhinolophus ferrumequinum.
What kingdom does Greater Horseshoe Bat belong to?
Greater Horseshoe Bat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Greater Horseshoe Bat belong to?
Greater Horseshoe Bat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Greater Horseshoe Bat belong to?
Greater Horseshoe Bat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Greater Horseshoe Bat belong to?
Greater Horseshoe Bat belongs to the order Chiroptera.
What family does Greater Horseshoe Bat belong to?
Greater Horseshoe Bat belongs to the family Rhinolophidae.
What genus does Greater Horseshoe Bat belong to?
Greater Horseshoe Bat belongs to the genus Rhinolophus.