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Hairy-legged Vampire Bat

Diphylla ecaudata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Chiroptera ›Family: Phyllostomidae ›Genus: Diphylla

About

The hairy-legged vampire bat (Diphylla ecaudata) is one of three extant species of vampire bats. It mainly feeds on the blood of wild birds, but can also feed both on domestic birds and humans. This vampire bat lives mainly in tropical and subtropical forestlands of South America, Central America, and southern Mexico. It is the sole member of the genus Diphylla.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hairy-legged Vampire Bat?
The scientific name of Hairy-legged Vampire Bat is Diphylla ecaudata.
What is the conservation status of Hairy-legged Vampire Bat?
The Hairy-legged Vampire Bat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belong to?
Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belong to?
Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belong to?
Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belong to?
Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belongs to the order Chiroptera.
What family does Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belong to?
Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belongs to the family Phyllostomidae.
What genus does Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belong to?
Hairy-legged Vampire Bat belongs to the genus Diphylla.