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Bats

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 do furry tailed bats eat?

There are hundreds of different species of bat in fact there are almost one thousand known varieties. These flying mammals range from huge fruit bats in South East Asia to bats that are no larger than a bumblebee. But some of the cutest or oddest depending on how you look at it are furry tailed bats. Furry tailed bats are mostly indigenous to North America. They are hearty and strong animals with long wings and they tend to be great flyers. One of the most astounding facts about the furry tailed bats is that they fly in daylight. There are several species of furry tailed bats, such as the hoary bat and the red bat that actually fly during the day but usually only when migrating south for the winter. Another odd fact about furry tail bats is that the genus is the only bat apart from the parti-colored bat that has an extra pair of nipples. Since they have four nipples this allows them to have more than one offspring per season, with two or three not being uncommon and at times even four. Furry tailed bats usually do not dwell in caves when roosting. This group tends to hang from twigs, usually hidden by leaves in trees. The northern species such as the red and hoary bats have particularly thick and dense fur for extra insulation and may migrate south in winter, although winter roosting sites can still be quite cool.

Where does Guano originate from?

Guana is word in the Spanish language. It is used to describe the feces and urine of certain animals such as bats that live in caves, seabirds and seals.

What is the estimated number of bats residing in the Philippines today?

There are approximately 4 million bats residing in the Philippines today.

Most live in caves, coconut trees, and the highest parts of some buildings. At the triambulad (tripod) of Quezon Memorial Circle alone, there are approximately 500 bat residents that leave at sundown on nightly foraging missions to the surrounding country side.

What does the word echolocation mean?

Echolocation is how bats "see". It is basically the act of making a noise and using the returning soundwaves to determine where something is - it is essentially using echoes to locate something.

What is bat girls weakness?

Batgirl's primary weakness is her vulnerability to physical attacks, as she is a human without superhuman abilities. Additionally, her reliance on technology can be exploited, making her susceptible to tech-based disruptions. Emotional connections and her desire to protect those she cares about can also be used against her by adversaries.

When do you normally see bats?

at night when they hunt. They sleep during the day and wake at night(nocturnal).

What are the effect of bat excrement on humans?

Normally none provided you observe basic hygiene, but dry, dusty guano deposits in sub-tropical to tropical locations can carry a dangerous respitory illness called histaplasmosis.

Do fruit bats have tails?

Yes, fruit bats do have tails, but they are typically very short and not as prominent as those found in some other bat species. In many fruit bat species, the tail is either completely absent or only extends a small distance beyond the tail membrane. The primary feature of fruit bats is their large size and distinctive nose structures, rather than their tails.

Why do bats have skin?

For the same reason we do - to stop their organs falling out of their bodies !

What is a caves temp when a bat lives in it?

Depends on location because caves generally settle at the mean annual air temperatures of their locations, but it's not a hard and fast rule but varies a little from cave to cave within their own region.

Bats respond to this, and prefer slightly colder caves for hibernating than they do for Summer roosts and nurseries, so tend to move from one site to another accordingly.

For a reasonably extensive cave in the UK - or one in similar climate in the US and elsewhere - the mean annual internal air temperature is typically around 50ºF (10ºC), and bats seem quite happy with this.

I think it's the Luray Caverns that are a prime US example. The cave is open as a show-cave in Summer, when it is deserted by the bats that hibernate in it over Winter, when the cave is then closed to visitors to protect the animals from disturbance. (Hibernating bats don't go into a complete coma, but will occasionally wake and feed in warmer spells.)

What happens if the sky was upside down?

If the sky was upside down, the people will fall because there is no gravity holding it.

Why do vampire bats live in colonies?

The main advantage of living together in a colony is that it is easier to find a mate. In addition, once a suitable cave has been found, many bats will want to live there since there are not that many suitable locations for them to live, where they can nest in a way that protects them from bad weather and from predators. If you have a desirable site, lots of individuals will want to live there. The result is a colony.

What types of insects do bats help to control?

Bats are good to have around your yard. Bats will eat the following: Moths, flies, crickets, grasshoppers, ants, mosquitoes, cicadas, dragonflies and termites.

Do vampire bats bite cows on the ankles?

Vampire bats will bite animals where it is easier to draw blood, usually where there are veins.The most common bite locations are:

  • Neck
  • Shoulder
  • Ankles
  • Rump
Cows, pigs, horses and sheep are the easiest for vampire bats to feed on.

How long can a vampire bat live without blood?

A vampire bat can typically survive for about a week without feeding on blood. After this time, they become weak and may die if they do not find a blood meal.

Did bat evolve from rat?

No, a bat is not a rodent.