Scotorepens sanborni
(Northern broad-nosed bat)
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FAMILY |
Vespertilionidae |
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Species |
Scotorepens sanborni |
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Common name |
Northern broad-nosed bat |
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Main colour; forearm |
Brown to grey; forearm 3.1-3.6 cm long |
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Mature weight |
4-11 g |
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Location |
Townsville |
Description
These bats are often found in mangroves and open forest, may also be found in buildings; chiefly insect eating. The colour of the body is chestnut-brown to grey-brown on the back, belly is lighter. The membrane on the forearm extends almost to the last tail joint.