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Leaf Nosed Bat Collection

The leaf-nosed bat, also known as the Spectral Bat, is a fascinating creature native to South America

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Leaf-nosed Bat (Carollia perspicillata) hanging from edge of a rock

Leaf-nosed Bat (Carollia perspicillata) hanging from edge of a rock

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Spectral Bat

Spectral Bat
Engraving From 1898 Of The Spectral Bat Or False Vampire Bat

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Leaf-nosed Fruit Bat in Flight Carollia perspicillata Native to South America

Leaf-nosed Fruit Bat in Flight Carollia perspicillata Native to South America
Leaf-nosed Fruit Bat in Flight, Carollia perspicillata, Native to South America

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Tent-making Bat (Uroderma bilobatum) adult, hanging from leaf, Summit Gardens, Panama, November

Tent-making Bat (Uroderma bilobatum) adult, hanging from leaf, Summit Gardens, Panama, November

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Short-tailed Leaf-nosed Bat (Carollia perspicillata), head in profile

Short-tailed Leaf-nosed Bat (Carollia perspicillata), head in profile

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Carollia perspicillata, Sebas short-tailed bat

Carollia perspicillata, Sebas short-tailed bat
Short-tailed fruit bat

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Micronycteris brachyotis, orange-throated bat

Micronycteris brachyotis, orange-throated bat
An orange-throated bat (Micronycteris brachyotis) photographed in Belize by Frank Greenaway

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Sturnira lilium parvidens, yellow-shouldered bat

Sturnira lilium parvidens, yellow-shouldered bat

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Diphylla ecaudata, hairy-legged vampire bat

Diphylla ecaudata, hairy-legged vampire bat
A hairy-legged vampire bat (Diphylla ecaudata) photographed in Belize by Frank Greenaway

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Micronycteris nicefori, large-eared bat

Micronycteris nicefori, large-eared bat
A large-eared bat (Micronycteris nicefori) photographed in Belize by Frank Greenaway

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Chrotopterus auritus auritus, woolly false vampire bat

Chrotopterus auritus auritus, woolly false vampire bat
Woolly false vampire bat (Chrotopterus auritus auritus) photographed in Belize by Frank Greenaway

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Artibeus watsoni, Thomas fruit-eating bat

Artibeus watsoni, Thomas fruit-eating bat
Thomas fruit-eating bat (Artibeus watsoni) photographed in Belize by Frank Greenaway

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Carollia brevicauda, silky short-tailed bat

Carollia brevicauda, silky short-tailed bat
Phyllostoma Grayi. Illustration by John Gould (1804-1881) from The Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle, Vol 1, Part 2 Mammalia, 1838-1839, by Charles Darwin

Background imageLeaf Nosed Bat Collection: Leaf-nosed Fruit Bat, Carollia perspicillata, Native to South America, Captive

Leaf-nosed Fruit Bat, Carollia perspicillata, Native to South America, Captive


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The leaf-nosed bat, also known as the Spectral Bat, is a fascinating creature native to South America. One of its species, the Leaf-nosed Fruit Bat (Carollia perspicillata), can be seen gracefully soaring through the air. In a mesmerizing sight captured in Panama's Summit Gardens, an adult Tent-making Bat (Uroderma bilobatum) hangs effortlessly from a leaf in November. Perched on the edge of a rock, another Leaf-nosed Bat (Carollia perspicillata) showcases its unique features. With its head in profile, this Short-tailed Leaf-nosed Bat displays intricate details that make it truly remarkable. Amongst these incredible bats are other members of the Carollia genus such as Carollia brevicauda and Carollia perspicillata - commonly known as Sebas short-tailed bat and silky short-tailed bat respectively. Each one possesses distinct characteristics that contribute to their beauty and diversity. Another intriguing species is Micronycteris brachyotis, better known as the orange-throated bat. Its vibrant coloration adds a touch of brilliance to the already captivating world of bats. Sturnira lilium parvidens, or yellow-shouldered bat, stands out with its striking appearance while Diphylla ecaudata - famously called hairy-legged vampire bat - brings forth an element of mystery. These various species highlight just how diverse and enchanting leaf-nosed bats can be. From their elegant flight patterns to their intricate physical attributes, they continue to captivate researchers and nature enthusiasts alike with their undeniable charm.