Savi's pipistrelle
A species of Hypsugo Scientific name : Hypsugo savii Genus : Hypsugo
Savi's pipistrelle, A species of Hypsugo
Scientific name: Hypsugo savii
Genus: Hypsugo
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Description
The savi's pipistrelle is a bicolored bat and can be found along the coasts and mountains of the Mediterranean Sea. These bats often roost small groups in rock crevices, tree hollows, and some home roofs and attics. Populations can be harmed if these roosts are disturbed. The savi's pipistrelle catches its prey in flight, saving farmers from pest insects, like moths and aphids.
General Info
Lifespan
1 year
Diet
The primary diet of savi's pipistrelle consists of small flying insects. Feeding predominantly at dusk, it favors aerial insects such as moths, beetles, and dipterans, adapting its foraging behavior based on the availability of its prey.
Appearance
Savi's pipistrelle is a moderate-sized bat with a streamlined body, covered in dense, velvety fur. It showcases a predominantly light brown coloration, with a paler underbelly and conspicuous white margins around its large ears. Features like its broad wings and pointed tail are distinct. Males and females appear similar, showing no significant differences.
Behavior
Savi's pipistrelle primarily exhibit nocturnal and aerial behavior, engaging in insectivorous feeding habits. They're generally solitary but may form small groups in winter. Interestingly, this species displays vertical hanging during rest and uses echolocation for navigation and prey detection. Unlike many counterparts, savi's pipistrelle do not undergo hibernation, but may become torpid to conserve energy.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Evening birds Genus
Hypsugo Species
Savi's pipistrelle 
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