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Gray Myotis

Myotis grisescens

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Illustration of Gray Myotis (Myotis grisescens)
Safety note: May carry rabies — do not approach or handle.

The Gray Myotis is a federally endangered cave bat found only in the cave regions of the southeastern United States. Unlike most bats, it uses caves year-round—for summer maternity colonies and for hibernation—making it especially vulnerable to cave disturbance. Gray myotis populations have partially recovered since cave closures and protection efforts began in the 1970s.

Habitat
Limestone cave regions of the southeastern United States
Diet
Aquatic insects, especially caddisflies and mayflies
How common
Rare

Best time to see a Gray Myotis

The best time to see a Gray Myotis is May–August, when about 60% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 88 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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