🌿Native Nature

Ruwenzori horseshoe bat

Rhinolophus ruwenzorii

Taxonomy

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

About

The Ruwenzori horseshoe bat (Rhinolophus ruwenzorii) is a species of bat in the family Rhinolophidae. It is found in Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Uganda. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, subtropical or tropical swamps, caves, and subterranean habitats (other than caves). It is threatened by habitat loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruwenzori horseshoe bat?
The scientific name of Ruwenzori horseshoe bat is Rhinolophus ruwenzorii.
What is the conservation status of Ruwenzori horseshoe bat?
The Ruwenzori horseshoe bat has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belong to?
Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belong to?
Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belong to?
Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belong to?
Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belongs to the order Chiroptera.
What family does Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belong to?
Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belongs to the family Rhinolophidae.
What genus does Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belong to?
Ruwenzori horseshoe bat belongs to the genus Rhinolophus.