Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat

Balantiopteryx infusca

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, flooded grasslands and savannas, and montane grasslands and shrublands, among 4 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm.

Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Balantiopteryx infusca (Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat)

Names in Other Languages

German Ekuador-Sackflügelfledermaus

Similar Species in Balantiopteryx

Gray Sac-winged Bat

Balantiopteryx plicata

Least Concern

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Thomas's sac-winged bat

Balantiopteryx io

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat?

The scientific name of Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat is Balantiopteryx infusca. It belongs to the genus Balantiopteryx.

What is the conservation status of Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat?

Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat (Balantiopteryx infusca) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat live?

Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat belong to?

Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat (Balantiopteryx infusca) belongs to the genus Balantiopteryx, which is part of the taxonomic family Emballonuridae.

Is Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat endangered?

Yes, Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat (Balantiopteryx infusca) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat belong to?

Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat (Balantiopteryx infusca) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat?

The closest relatives of Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat in the genus Balantiopteryx include Gray Sac-winged Bat, Thomas's sac-winged bat.