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The largest group of mammals that have the ability to fly. Their nocturnal habits have given raise to many myths and fears through the ages, most of which are unfounded. Ask your questions here and find out what is true or myth about these fascinating creatures.

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What is an upside down world map?

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An upside down world map is a map that displays the Earth's continents and countries with the southern hemisphere at the top and the northern hemisphere at the bottom. It challenges the traditional north-oriented view and provides a different perspective on global geography.

In what geographical regions of the world do bats live in?

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in what geographical regions of the world do bats live

Is a vampire's need to drink blood in the world of Dracula a physical dependence or an emotional dependence?

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In the world of Dracula, a vampire's need to drink blood is both a physical and emotional dependence. Physically, vampires require blood to survive and maintain their strength. Emotionally, the act of drinking blood is often associated with feelings of power, control, and satisfaction.

What is bat phobia called?

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The fear of bats is called chiroptophobia. It is a specific phobia that can cause intense anxiety and panic when encountering or even thinking about bats.

What was true of the guano lsland act?

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The Guano Island Act of 1856 allowed the United States to claim unclaimed islands containing guano deposits for the purpose of mining the valuable bird droppings. This act aimed to secure a domestic supply of guano, which was used as a fertilizer and was in high demand during the 19th century.

Is it legal to own a bat in Illinois?

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It is legal to own a bat in Illinois as long as it is not a protected species. However, if you plan to use the bat as a weapon or for self-defense, there may be restrictions on carrying it in public places.

Where do little brown bats live?

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Little brown bats (Myotis lucifugus) are found in a variety of habitats throughout North America, from forests and woodlands to urban areas. They typically roost in dark, sheltered locations during the day, such as caves, mines, hollow trees, and buildings like barns and attics. They often prefer roost sites that provide warmth, protection from predators, and proximity to water sources where they can hunt for insects at night. During the colder months, little brown bats hibernate in caves and mines, where they can withstand the cold temperatures by entering a state of torpor. However, due to threats such as habitat loss, pesticides, and white-nose syndrome (a fungal disease), populations of little brown bats have been declining in recent years.

What mammal has the highest population?

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The mammal group with the highest population is the mouse. With an estimated 30 per every human on earth, that means there are approximately 210 billion mice on the planet.

The single mammal species with the highest population would be Humans. Cows number approximately 1.3 billion. Dogs number 500 million, cats number 300 million. In short, the animals whose specie has the highest numbers are the ones with the most importance to humans.

Outside of rodents, chickens have the largest population with 24 Billion.

How many fingers does a bat have?

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Bats typically have five elongated fingers on each hand, which are used to support the structure of their wings.

For what DOES a bat use its fingers?

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Bats use their fingers primarily for flight.

How was Bat Cave discovered?

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Bat Cave in Arizona was discovered in 1974 by local cavers who were exploring the area. The cave was first opened to the public in 1988 and is now managed by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management. It is famous for its large colony of Mexican free-tailed bats that roost there.

Is the Indiana Aztec bat a real bat?

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No, the Indiana Aztec bat does not exist. It seems to be a fictional or misidentified species.

Where is Bat Masterson burried?

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Bat Masterson is buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, New York.

What taxa do the bat and shark share?

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Bats and sharks both belong to the animal kingdom (Animalia) and the class of vertebrates (Vertebrata). Within the vertebrates, bats are mammals (Mammalia), while sharks are cartilaginous fishes (Chondrichthyes), placing them in different subclasses.

What is scientific name for a vampire bat?

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Based on scientific nomenclature, all bats are part of the order Chiroptera (from the Greek meaning hand+wing). There is many families within this order, and approximatley 1100 species, each with their own scientific name.

What is the common name of bat?

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The common name for a bat is simply "bat."

What are homologous structures between birds and bats?

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Wings in both birds and bats are considered homologous structures. They have a similar function (flight) but different evolutionary origins – birds have wings made of feathers while bats have wings made of skin stretched between elongated finger bones.

What is the scientific name for animals that shed their antlers each year?

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The scientific name for animals that shed their antlers each year is "cervids." Cervids include deer, elk, moose, and caribou, among others. The shedding and regrowth of antlers is a natural and seasonal process in these species.

What is the necessity of naming animals with scientific names?

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Scientific names help to accurately identify and classify different species of animals, avoiding confusion caused by common names that may vary by region or language. They also provide a universal language for scientists to communicate and study animals across different cultures and languages.

What is the scientific name of spiny skinned animals?

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The scientific name for spiny-skinned animals, such as sea urchins and sea stars, is Echinodermata. This phylum includes marine organisms with a calcareous endoskeleton covered by spines or plates.

What is the scientific name for 'bumblebee bat'?

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The phrase 'Craseonycteris thonglongyai' is the scientific name of the 'bumblebee bat' of streamside limestone caves in eastern Burma and western Thailand. It also is called 'Kitti's hog-nosed bat'. It's the world's smallest bat, and possibly the world's smallest mammal, at 1.1-1.3 inches [29-33 millimeters] in length and 0.071 ounces [2 grams] in mass.

What is the kingdom phylum class order family genus and species of a bat?

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Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Chiroptera Family: Vespertilionidae (most common family for bats) Genus: Myotis or Pteropus (examples of bat genera) Species: Varies depending on the specific bat species

Scientific name of fruitbat?

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The scientific name of fruit bats is Pteropodidae. They belong to the family Pteropodidae within the order Chiroptera.

Scientific name for animal?

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The scientific name for an animal consists of two parts: the genus and the species. For example, the scientific name for a dog is Canis lupus familiaris, where Canis is the genus and lupus familiaris is the species.

What is the scientific name for the great white bat?

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The scientific name for the great white bat is Lycalopex culpaeus.