Buffy flower bat
A species of Brown flower bats Scientific name : Erophylla sezekorni Genus : Brown flower bats
Buffy flower bat, A species of Brown flower bats
Scientific name: Erophylla sezekorni
Genus: Brown flower bats
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Description
The buffy flower bat is considered a medium-sized bat, however, compared to those in its genus, it is a generally larger bat. Its hair has two colors on its body; the hairs closer to the body are white, while the distal hairs are brown. The head and face are covered in short, white hairs. Compared to other bats, it has a long snout which sharply rises into its forehead. The buffy flower bat is named after its flowery shaped nose. 
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Buffy flower bat predominantly relies on nectar as the primary source of sustenance, using its long, narrow tongues to extract nutrients. It exhibits a certain preference for guava and mango flowers, suggestive of a frugivorous inclination despite an overall nectarivorous diet.
Appearance
Buffy flower bat is a small bat species with a spear-shaped nose leaf. Its fur is generally brown, darker dorsally and lighter ventrally. This furry creature has large rounded ears and prominent eyes. Unlike many bats, it doesn't have a tail. Its body shape is agile and streamlined, and equipped with broad, powerful wings for flight.
Behavior
Buffy flower bat is a nocturnal, largely solitary animal with unique foraging behavior. It seeks food mainly by gleaning, a method of collecting insects from surfaces rather than capturing them in flight. Their social interaction peaks during mating season, with occasional territorial disputes marked by aggressive chittering.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Leaf-nosed bat Genus
Brown flower bats Species
Buffy flower bat 
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