The Greater Spear-nosed Bat is a large bat with a distinctive spear-shaped nose and large ears. They are known for their social behavior, often roosting in large colonies.
Habitat
Inhabits tropical forests and mangroves.
Diet
Frugivorous, primarily feeding on fruits and nectar.
How common
Uncommon
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