Daubenton's bat
A species of Mouse-eared bats, Also known as Eastern water bat Scientific name : Myotis daubentonii Genus : Mouse-eared bats
Daubenton's bat, A species of Mouse-eared bats
Also known as:
Eastern water bat
Scientific name: Myotis daubentonii
Genus: Mouse-eared bats
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Description
Daubenton's bat is a medium-sized to small species. The bat's fluffy fur is brownish-grey on the back and silvery-grey on the underside. Juveniles have darker fur than adults. The bats have reddish-pink faces and noses, but the area around the eyes is bare. When the bat is agitated, the ears are held at right angles. The wings and tail membrane are dark brown. Daubenton's bat is typically 45 to 55 mm long, with an average wingspan of 240 to 275 mm, and weighs between 7 and 15 g. 
General Info
Lifespan
22 years 
Diet
Daubenton's bat primarily subsists on aquatic insects, skillfully capturing them during flight. The species shows a predilection for caddisflies, true flies, and aquatic beetles, exhibiting a dietary adaptation to its waterside habitats.
Appearance
The daubenton's bat is a medium-sized bat with a wing span ranging from 240 to 275 mm. It has a slim body, covered with a soft, dense fur, with varying shades of brown above and paler below. Its most distinctive feature is its large, flat, disc-shaped feet, adapted for catching prey from water surfaces. No notable differences in appearance between ages, genders or subspecies have been observed.
Behavior
Daubenton's bat is predominantly nocturnal, using echolocation and aerial hawking to catch insects. The species dwell near aquatic habitats, often skimming the water's surface for feed. Individuals are known to form maternity roosts, sharing territories and demonstrating cooperative behaviors. Additionally, hibernation is a key survival adaptation during winter months.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Evening birds Genus
Mouse-eared bats Species
Daubenton's bat 
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