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Carollia perspicillata, Sebas short-tailed bat
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Carollia perspicillata, Sebas short-tailed bat
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This nineteenth century illustration depicts the Carollia perspicillata, also known as Seba's Short-tailed Bat or the New World Leaf-nosed Bat. This microbat, a member of the family Phyllostomidae and subfamily Carolliinae, is native to Central and South America. The Carollia perspicillata is characterized by its distinctive leaf-shaped nose leaf, which is used to enhance its sense of smell and echolocation for foraging on fruit. With a wingspan of around 12 inches and a body length of approximately 3 inches, this small but agile mammal is a vital component of tropical ecosystems. This illustration was likely produced during the time of the famous HMS Beagle voyage led by Charles Darwin from 1831 to 1836. Darwin's groundbreaking work on the classification of species significantly influenced the scientific community's understanding of the natural world, including the classification of various bat species. The Carollia perspicillata is a member of the order Chiroptera, which means "hand-winged," and the class Eutheria, which includes mammals that nurse their young with milk. This microbat is further classified as a microbat, a type of bat that feeds on insects or fruit, and a leaf-nosed bat due to its unique nasal structure. This beautifully detailed illustration, showcasing the intricacies of the Carollia perspicillata's features, is a testament to the natural history art of the 19th century. The illustration's rich colors and meticulous attention to detail provide a glimpse into the natural world that captivated the imagination of scientists and artists alike during this period.
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