Wildlifeof China
Bird-like Noctule
Bats
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Nyctalus aviator
Basic stats
Diet
Large flying insects and seasonally migrating birds
Habitat
Forest and open airspace above woodland
Range
Northeastern China, Korea, Japan and eastern Russia
Size
Approximately 8–10cm head-and-body length
Weight
Approximately 35–60g
The bird-like noctule is a large, powerful bat with reddish-brown fur, broad ears and long narrow wings suited to fast flight. It occurs in northeastern China, Korea, Japan and eastern Russia. Tree cavities are important roost sites. (Wikipedia, general species account)
It hunts high above forest and open country, taking large flying insects. Dietary research has also documented predation on migrating birds, particularly during seasonal passage. Its size and fast flight distinguish it from most other bats sharing its range. (Wikipedia, general species account)
Quick answers
- What does the Bird-like Noctule eat?
- Large flying insects and seasonally migrating birds
- What habitat does the Bird-like Noctule live in?
- Forest and open airspace above woodland
- Where is the Bird-like Noctule found?
- Northeastern China, Korea, Japan and eastern Russia
- How big is the Bird-like Noctule?
- Approximately 8–10cm head-and-body length
- How much does the Bird-like Noctule weigh?
- Approximately 35–60g