Lesser spear-nosed bat
A species of Spear-nosed bats Scientific name : Phyllostomus elongatus Genus : Spear-nosed bats
Lesser spear-nosed bat, A species of Spear-nosed bats
Scientific name: Phyllostomus elongatus
Genus: Spear-nosed bats
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Description
Phyllostomus elongatus is a mammal from the family of the leafy nasal bats of the New World (Phyllostomidae). The scientific name of the species was first validly published by É. Geoffroy in 1810.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Lesser spear-nosed bat, primarily a frugivore, subsists mainly on a diet of ripe fruits like figs, berries, and bananas. Occasionally, it consumes small portions of insects and leaves for extra nutrients.
Appearance
Lesser spear-nosed bat is a medium-size bat with a sleek, elongated body. It boasts a coarse, dense fur coat, primarily brown but varies from reddish to dark brown, often lighter in the underparts. The bat is characterized by long wings, a wide and flat snout, as well as an unusually elongated tail that stands out from its fellow species. There are no significant visual differences among genders or subspecies.
Behavior
Lesser spear-nosed bat is noted for its social, nocturnal lifestyle, residing predominantly in caves. Characterized by roosting in large colonies, their social dynamics are strongly evidenced through echolocation communication. Their foraging behavior majorly involves the consumption of fruits portraying their frugivorous diet. Lesser spear-nosed bat remains sedentary, not showcasing any significant migratory patterns. Their survival heavily relies on their keen sense of hearing.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Leaf-nosed bat Genus
Spear-nosed bats Species
Lesser spear-nosed bat 
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