Safety note: May carry rabies — do not approach or handle.
The Black Myotis is one of the most abundant small bats in Latin America, found from Mexico through South America. It forms large maternity colonies in buildings and hollow trees throughout the tropics. Despite its name, it is typically dark brown rather than black. It is a generalist insectivore that forages in forest edge and open habitats.
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests and towns from Mexico southward
Diet
Small flying insects
How common
Uncommon
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