Megachiroptera Collection

Rescued and orphaned Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) in captivity, feeds on the nectar of a flowering native eucalyptus tree. ÔÇ¿Black Rock, Victoria, Australia

Northern blossom bat (Macroglossus minimus) hanging from a branch, Fogg Dam, Northern Territory, Australia

Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) spotting and flaring wings to come in to land on a branch. Yarra Bend Park, Kew, Victoria, Australia. ÔÇ¿November 2019

Little red flying fox (Pteropus scapulatus) female and suckling baby in flight, searching for place to roost. Nitmiluk National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) hanging from a branch with one wing spread, Yarra Bend Park, Kew, Victoria, Australia.ÔÇ¿

Straw-coloured fruit bat (Eidolon helvum), female flying carrying pup on front. Lamin, Gambia

Indian Flying Fox (Pteropus giganteus), flying, India

Christmas Island flying fox (Pteropus natalis) roosting in coastal tree, Christmas Island, Australia

During an extreme heat-stress event at Melbournes Yarra Bend Grey-headed Flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) colony, where temperatures exceeded 43'C

Portrait of a female rescued Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) pup. Captive - Taken in controlled conditions and under supervision of wildlife carer

Grey-headed flying-foxes (Pteropus poliocephalus) hang from a branch during a light summer rain shower.ÔÇ¿ Yarra Bend Park, Kew, Victoria, Australia. November

Portrait of rescued and rehabilitated Grey-headed flying-foxes (Pteropus poliocephalus) that have just been transported to a soft-release enclosure within the Yarra Bend Park colony (Victoria)

Grey-headed Flying-foxes (Pteropus poliocephalus) at a colony hang together on a branch over the Yarra River (Melbourne). ÔÇ¿ These bats form part of a colony that was established here in early 2000s

Silhouette of the head of a Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) through its wings. ÔÇ¿ÔÇ¿On hot days when resting in trees, flying-foxes will spread their highly vascular wings

Short-nosed fruit-bat (Cynopterus brachyotis) roosting, Ko Chang Island, Thailand

Black flying fox (Pteropus alecto), male stretching wing whilst roosting on branch. Kununurra, Western Australia

Indian flying foxes (Pteropus giganteus) roosting in tree, Yala National Park, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Straw-coloured fruit bats (Eidolon helvum) returning to daytime roost at sunrise. Kasanka National Park, Zambia

Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) female, in flight carrying her young, Myuna Wetlands, Doveton, Victoria, Australia

Grey-headed flying-fox bat (Pteropus poliocephalus) hanging from branch looking down with wing extended, Yarra Bend Park, Victoria, Australia. Cropped

Grey-headed flying-fox bat (Pteropus poliocephalus), female, hanging the other way to defecate or urinate, Yarra Bend Park, Victoria, Australia. Cropped

Grey-headed flying-fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) in flight, with tongue out after licking water from its body. Having just completed a high-speed belly dip into a river on a hot day to wet its belly

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Australia, No. Territory, Kakadu National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Black Flying Fox hanging upside down in tree at Jabiru Date: 28/01/2006

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Australia, No. Territory, Kakadu National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Black Flying Fox hanging upside down in tree at Jabiru, with baby tucked in wing Date: 28/01/2006

Group of Spectacled flying fox (Pteropus conspicillatus) roosting in daytime camp in rainforest, Atherton Tablelands, Queensland, Australia

Group of Grey-headed flying fox (Pteropus poliocephalus) roosting, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

Grey-headed flying-foxes (Pteropus poliocephalus) fly out over the Melbourne city skyline looking for food during at sunset. ÔÇ¿ÔÇ¿Kew, Victoria, Australia. ÔÇ¿March 2017

Straw-coloured fruit bats (Eidolon helvum) returning to daytime roost at dawn. Kasanka National Park, Zambia

Straw-coloured fruit bats (Eidolon helvum) returning to daytime roost at sunrise. Kasanka National Park, Zambia

Flying fox and myotis species
Illustration from the Brian Houghton Hodgson Collection; c. 1850s Date: circa 1850

Fruit Bat (Megachiroptera) dangling from a branch

Comoro black flying fox skulls C016 / 6068
Comoro black flying fox (Pteropus livingstonii) skulls seen from above and left side

Comoro black flying fox skulls C016 / 6070
Comoro black flying fox (Pteropus livingstonii) skulls seen from above and left side

Pteropus sp. flying fox
Plate 1. From a collection of watercolour sketches of Mammals, Birds and Fish by William Webb Ellis (c. 1756-1785), made during Captain Cooks third voyage of discovery, 1776-1780

Pteropus alecto gouldi, black flying fox
Photograph of a black flying fox specimen preserved in spirit, held at the Natural History Museum, London

Pteropus loochoensis, Okinawa flying fox
A rare specimen of an Okinawa flying fox skin from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

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"Megachiroptera: The Majestic World of Flying Foxes" In the realm of megachiroptera, a captivating world unfolds. Rescued and orphaned Grey-headed Flying-foxes find solace in captivity, their delicate wings fluttering with hope. At sunset, a colony of Grey-headed flying-foxes hang together, forming an enchanting spectacle against the dusky sky. Witness the strength and determination of a female Grey-headed flying-fox as she soars through the air, carrying her young with utmost care. In Myuna Wetlands, Doveton, Victoria, Australia, this remarkable sight unfolds - a testament to maternal love. With keen eyesight and agile wingspan, the Grey-headed flying-fox spots its destination and flares its wings in anticipation. Meanwhile, a Little red flying fox embarks on an aerial quest with her suckling baby by her side - tirelessly searching for sustenance amidst vast landscapes. Perched upon branches with grace and elegance are these magnificent creatures. A Grey-headed flying-fox hangs effortlessly from a branch while spreading one wing wide - showcasing its grandeur to all who gaze upon it. Venture to India's skies where the Indian Flying Fox takes flight - an embodiment of power and grace soaring above vibrant landscapes. Closer to home in Fogg Dam, Northern Territory Australia; witness the Northern blossom bat delicately hanging from a branch like nature's own masterpiece. Yet not all is serene within their world; during extreme heat-stress events at Melbourne's Yarra Bend lies resilience personified as Grey-headed Flying-foxes adapt to survive against adversity. In this mesmerizing portrait series captured by dedicated individuals lies pure beauty. Behold the innocence reflected in the eyes of rescued grey-headed flying-fox pups – each telling their unique story within this tapestry of life. Together they unite on branches high above us all – creating colonies that exemplify unity and strength.