Florida bonneted bat (Eumops floridanus)
*Endangered
The Florida bonneted bat is the state's only endemic flying mammal. It is one of only two endangered bat species in Florida. It is also Florida's largest bat species.
They live exclusively in southern Florida, roosting in cavities or beneath the peeling bark of pine trees, royal palms, and manmade structures.
They roost alone or in colonies up to ~50 individuals.
These bats were listed as federally endangered in 2013 due to habitat loss, degradation, and modification caused by humans.
They live exclusively in southern Florida, roosting in cavities or beneath the peeling bark of pine trees, royal palms, and manmade structures.
They roost alone or in colonies up to ~50 individuals.
These bats were listed as federally endangered in 2013 due to habitat loss, degradation, and modification caused by humans.
At a glance:
Measurements |
Categories |
Wingspan: 490 - 530 mm |
Family: Molossidae |
Body Length: 84 - 108 mm |
Florida Occurence: Resudent |
Total Length: 130 - 165 mm |
Florida Status: *ENDANGERED |
Forearm Length: 61 - 66 mm |
Roosting Behavior: Colonial |
Weight: 34 - 47 g |
Regional Classification: Tropical |
Bats of Florida by
Cynthia S. Marks and George E. Marks; Sep 26, 2006
Cynthia S. Marks and George E. Marks; Sep 26, 2006
