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Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat

Lampronycteris brachyotis

Taxonomy

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

About

The yellow-throated big-eared bat or orange-throated bat (Lampronycteris brachyotis) is a species of bat from South and Central America, where it ranges from southern Mexico to Brazil. It is monotypic within the genus Lampronycteris. A frugivore and insectivore, it is found in lowland forest up to an elevation of 700 m. Activity is greatest in the first two hours after sunset, and peaks again after midnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat?
The scientific name of Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat is Lampronycteris brachyotis.
What is the conservation status of Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat?
The Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belong to?
Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belong to?
Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belong to?
Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belong to?
Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belongs to the order Chiroptera.
What family does Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belong to?
Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belongs to the family Phyllostomidae.
What genus does Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belong to?
Yellow-throated Big-eared Bat belongs to the genus Lampronycteris.