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Great Evening Bat

Great Evening Bat

Thailand, China, India, Nepal
Status
Near Threatened

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
forest

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
nocturnal moths, beetles, flies, and insect larvae

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
strict nocturnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Distribution Sichuan, Hubei, Yunnan, Guichow, Tibet (S China), Lao PDR, N Vietnam, N Thailand, NE India, Nepal. Distribution in Lao PDR (Fig. 64): Khammouan Province: Tam En (Tham En); Tam Houay Si (Tham Houaysy); Tam Pha Tok (Tham Pha Tok) (Robinson and Webber, 2000); Ban Xam-Kang, Hin Namno NBCA; Ban Vang Manua (Ban Vangma-Nua), Hin Namno NBCA (ROM collection); Xiangkhouang Province: Tranninh (Bourret, 1942).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Great Evening Bat is officially designated as Near Threatened. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of nocturnal moths, beetles, flies, and insect larvae. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a strict nocturnal activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 15 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Great Evening Bat.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeThailand, China, India, Nepal
Habitat Rangeforest
Lifespan15 Yrs
StatusNear Threatened
ScientificIa io
Registry Info
Lifespan15 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyVespertilionidae