Pouched bat
A species of Pouched bats, Also known as Pouch-bearing bat Scientific name : Saccolaimus saccolaimus Genus : Pouched bats
Pouched bat, A species of Pouched bats
Also known as:
Pouch-bearing bat
Scientific name: Saccolaimus saccolaimus
Genus: Pouched bats
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Description General Info
Description
Head and body length is 8–9 cm. Forearm 7 cm. Wingspan 45 cm. S. saccolaimus or T. saccolaimus (Payne et al., 1985) have dark-reddish brown or blackish brown upperparts which are irregularly marked with white patches. Their underparts are usually white, but in one colour phase it can be dark brown. They have no wing pouch or in other words, a poorly developed radio-metacarpal pouch. They have a distinct glandular pouch on the throat. The ear is short and broadly rounded with ribbing on the interior of the pinna with a short tragus which has a semicircular margin. It has long and narrow wings with black skin and translucent whitish portions. It is the largest species with the whitest wings. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Pouched bat is predominantly insectivorous, feeding largely on moths, beetles, and other small flying insects, captured during its nocturnal hunting flights. Intake varies seasonally, influenced by prey availability.
Appearance
Pouched bat is a medium-sized bat with a robust, streamlined body, covered in short, soft fur. It sports a bold grey-black colouration, but its underparts are slightly paler. Notably, it has a large, pouch-like space in its wing membrane. Males are generally larger, and their colour is more intense compared to females. The features are consistent across different ages and subspecies.
Behavior
Pouched bat is a nocturnal species, primarily solitary, using complex vocalizations for communication. It employs a distinct nesting behavior—using tree hollows lined with leaves. Foraging typically occurs after dusk, often involving linear flight paths between feeding grounds. No distinct migratory patterns are observed. The species exhibits aggressive defensive behaviors, highlighting its territorial nature. Survival adaptations include acute echolocation for food detection.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Bats Family
Sac-winged bats Genus
Pouched bats Species
Pouched bat 
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