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Rodrigues Flying Fox |
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| Pteropus rodricensis Dobson, 1878 |
The Rodrigues Flying Fox (Pteropus rodricensis) is a species of bat in the Pteropodidae family. It is endemic to Mauritius. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. The Jersey Zoo has undertaken a successful captive breeding program and there are now colonies in several zoos.
Source
- Mickleburgh, S., Hutson, A. & Bergmans, W. 2004. Pteropus rodricensis. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 30 July 2007.
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