Acuminate horseshoe bat
A species of Horseshoe bat Scientific name : Rhinolophus acuminatus Genus : Horseshoe bat
Acuminate horseshoe bat, A species of Horseshoe bat
Scientific name: Rhinolophus acuminatus
Genus: Horseshoe bat
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Description General Info
Description
Its forearm length is 48–50 mm (1.9–2.0 in); its tail length is 21–31 mm (0.83–1.22 in); its ear length is 20–21 mm (0.79–0.83 in). It weighs 11.5–13.5 g (0.41–0.48 oz). 
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Acuminate horseshoe bat primarily maintains an insectivorous diet, specializing in feeding on moths. Yet, they also occasionally supplement their diet with small beetles and other nocturnal insects, displaying versatile feeding behavior.
Appearance
Acuminate horseshoe bat is a small bat, characterized by its crescent-shaped nose-leaf and long, pointed ears. It possesses a finely furred body, predominantly grey brown with a lighter underbelly. Unlike many bats, it lacks a visible tail. Males and females bear similar appearances, the most distinctive feature being the horseshoe shape on its muzzle.
Behavior
Acuminate horseshoe bat is a nocturnal species, actively hunting insects during the night via echolocation. This bat is solitary outside of breeding season, exhibiting loner tendencies. It not only exhibits territorial behavior but also demonstrates fidelity to certain sites, returning to these regularly. Its unique ambient temperature acclimation aids its survival in its habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Horseshoe bats Genus
Horseshoe bat Species
Acuminate horseshoe bat 
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