Noack's roundleaf bat
A species of Old world roundleaf bats Scientific name : Hipposideros ruber Genus : Old world roundleaf bats
Noack's roundleaf bat, A species of Old world roundleaf bats
Scientific name: Hipposideros ruber
Genus: Old world roundleaf bats
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Description General Info
Description
Newly molted individuals of the species are gray in color, but eventually turn orange, lost probably due to the presence of ammonia in roosts. 
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Noack's roundleaf bat is predominantly insectivorous, with a strong dietary preference for moths and beetles. Exhibiting adept hunting prowess, it exploits caves and forests to capture its nocturnal prey.
Appearance
Noack's roundleaf bat is a medium-sized bat with a slender, streamlined body. It is covered in short, smooth fur that is predominantly reddish-brown. Its wings are long and narrow, and it possesses a unique, leaf-like structure on its nose. The males typically have brighter coloration than females. Notable is its absence of a tail, which is uncommon in bat species.
Behavior
Noack's roundleaf bat is a nocturnal species, active primarily during the night. It is known for its unique echolocation abilities, used for foraging and navigating. Increasing vocalization frequency signals potential threats. Noack's roundleaf bat shows strong site fidelity, returning to the same roosts. Although often solitary, they can form maternity colonies of several individuals during breeding seasons. Adapted to rocky habitats, noack's roundleaf bat showcases remarkable flight maneuverability.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Old world leaf-nosed bats Genus
Old world roundleaf bats Species
Noack's roundleaf bat 
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