Wildlifeof China
Hodgson's Bat
Bats
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Myotis formosus
Basic stats
Diet
Flying insects
Habitat
Forest and woodland
Range
South, East and Southeast Asia
Size
Approximately 4.5–6cm head-and-body length
Weight
Approximately 6–15g
Hodgson's bat is one of the most striking Myotis species, with yellowish or orange fur contrasting with black wing membranes, ears and facial skin. It ranges across parts of South, East and Southeast Asia. (Wikipedia, general species account)
The species inhabits forest and woodland and roosts in caves, buildings or tree cavities. It emerges after dark to catch flying insects with echolocation. Its broad wings support manoeuvrable flight among trees rather than prolonged high-speed flight in open air. (Wikipedia, general species account)
Quick answers
- What does the Hodgson's Bat eat?
- Flying insects
- What habitat does the Hodgson's Bat live in?
- Forest and woodland
- Where is the Hodgson's Bat found?
- South, East and Southeast Asia
- How big is the Hodgson's Bat?
- Approximately 4.5–6cm head-and-body length
- How much does the Hodgson's Bat weigh?
- Approximately 6–15g