Animal Profile IUCN: LC

Scotophilus heathi

Rhubarb bats are tropical species, living in ancient temples, ancient pagodas, tree holes, ceilings of houses, top floors, etc., living alone or 2-3 groups, or 20, 30 or even hundreds of groups. Come out at night to fly for food. They feed on insects.

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Scientific Name Scotophilus heathi

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IUCN Status LC

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Profile Details

Key characteristics, appearance, and habitat information.

Traits & Behavior

The body color is usually yellowish brown; The belly hair is yellow and bright.

Appearance

Large and stout. Forearm length 58-69mm. The ears are short, rounded at the end, slightly rounded, and the tragus is meniscus. The head is stout, the hind foot is large, and the distal membrane is long and narrow. The tail ends protrude slightly from the posterior margin of the interfemoral membrane. The hair on the back is thick and long, usually yellowish brown; The belly hair is yellow and bright.

Distribution & Habitat

Within China, it is distributed in Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Yunnan, Hunan and Taiwan. It is distributed abroad in Cambodia, Thailand, India, Vietnam and Indonesia and other South and Southeast Asian regions.

Rhubarb bats roost in houses, ancient temples, ancient towers and other buildings, and are also found living in the caves of banyan tree trunks.

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