Little brown bat
A species of Mouse-eared bats Scientific name : Myotis lucifugus Genus : Mouse-eared bats
Little brown bat, A species of Mouse-eared bats
Scientific name: Myotis lucifugus
Genus: Mouse-eared bats
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Description
The little brown bat usually sticks to forests throughout North America, but can also be found in the attics and roofs. They are commonly found near bodies of water because they feed on aquatic insects. Farmers are fond of the little brown bat for its ability to control pests - a single bat can catch up to 1,200 bugs per hour during peak times!
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General Info
Lifespan
34 years 
Diet
Little brown bat predominantly feeds on small, soft-bodied insects. These nocturnal creatures favor specific prey like beetles, moths, and spiders, adapting their diet based on seasonal insect availability.
Appearance
Little brown bat are small bats with a total length of 65-95mm. They have long, narrow wings extending from their lightweight bodies, covered with soft, brown fur. This species is notable for its yellowish-brown undersides slightly contrasting their chestnut upper parts. Adult males and females are similar in appearance. Unique characteristic is its pointed, very glossy fur contributing to their common names 'Little Brown Bat'.
Behavior
Little brown bat is a nocturnal species that primarily feeds on insects in flight, using echolocation for navigation. It hibernates in caves and mines during the winter months. Its social behavior includes forming maternity colonies in the summer. Little brown bat's territorial claim is not pronounced, favoring mobility to forage over a wide area. It exhibits an unusual behavior of 'swarming' prior to hibernation, where large groups fly around entrances of hibernacula.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Evening birds Genus
Mouse-eared bats Species
Little brown bat 
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