Taxonomic name: Carollia perspicillata
Conservation Status: Least Concern (IUCN Red List)
Wild Range: Forests, caves, and subterranean areas of Central and South America, ranging from southern Mexico to southern Brazil
Diet: Primarily frugivores (eats fruit), but will feed on nectar, pollen, and insects in the off season
Longevity in the wild: Up to 10 years
Size: 4.5 to 6.35 cm
Weight: 10 to 20 grams
Fun fact: Males of this species are territorial and sometimes get into 'boxing matches' with each other during disputes. However, either bat can choose to stop the fight and fly away, with most of these skirmishes ending in just a few minor scrapes or bruises.
APZ location: Toucan Ridge
Although Seba's short-tailed bats are considered not at risk, they still face the same threats as other bat species, such as hunting, habitat loss, pesticides, and persecution. When shopping, consider how your choices might contribute to deforestation, which threatens their important roosting areas!
