Western barbastelle
A species of Barbastella, Also known as Barbastelle bat Scientific name : Barbastella barbastellus Genus : Barbastella
Western barbastelle, A species of Barbastella
Also known as:
Barbastelle bat
Scientific name: Barbastella barbastellus
Genus: Barbastella
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Description General Info
Photo By C. Robiller / Naturlichter.de , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
The barbastelle is a medium-sized bat, with a characteristic pug-shaped nose. The ears are broad, joined across its head by skin, and covered in gingery-brown fur on the rear surface. The tragus is triangular – broad at the base but with a nearly parallel tip which starts about halfway along its length. Head and body length is between 40 and 55 mm and wingspan is between 260 and 209 mm. Forearm length is 35 to 45 mm and body mass is 6 to 13 g. 
General Info
Lifespan
21-23 years
Diet
Western barbastelle's diet primarily consists of small moths. This bat species is an insectivorous, adept at exploiting temporary swarms of moths, utilizing echolocation to locate and capture its prey mid-flight.
Appearance
Western barbastelle is a medium-sized bat with a compact body. Its fur is thick and velvety, predominantly black or dark brown, usually with silvery-gray tips. Notable features include broad, triangular-shaped wings and a short, well-rounded muzzle. Western barbastelle differs little in appearance between genders and age groups.
Behavior
Western barbastelle is a nocturnal species known for its secretive and cryptic behaviors. It typically nests in tree crevices and emerges at dusk to forage, relying primarily on flight-gleaning to catch prey. Western barbastelle is not social in its interactions, often preferring solitary behaviors. Notably, during winter, it undertakes a localized migration and occupies warmer regions for hibernation.
Population
Decreasing
Photo By C. Robiller / Naturlichter.de , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Evening birds Genus
Barbastella Species
Western barbastelle 
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