Watercolor illustration of Peters's Disk-winged Bat (Thyroptera discifera)

Peters's Disk-winged Bat

Thyroptera discifera

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Peters's Disk-winged Bat?
The scientific name of Peters's Disk-winged Bat is Thyroptera discifera. It belongs to the genus Thyroptera.
What is the conservation status of Peters's Disk-winged Bat?
Peters's Disk-winged Bat (Thyroptera discifera) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Peters's Disk-winged Bat live?
Peters's Disk-winged Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.
What family does Peters's Disk-winged Bat belong to?
Peters's Disk-winged Bat (Thyroptera discifera) belongs to the genus Thyroptera, which is part of the taxonomic family Thyropteridae.
Is Peters's Disk-winged Bat endangered?
No, Peters's Disk-winged Bat (Thyroptera discifera) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Peters's Disk-winged Bat belong to?
Peters's Disk-winged Bat (Thyroptera discifera) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).
What are the closest relatives of Peters's Disk-winged Bat?
The closest relatives of Peters's Disk-winged Bat in the genus Thyroptera include De Vivo's Disk-winged Bat, LaVal's Disk-winged Bat, Spix's Disk-winged Bat.

Native Range — 3 Countries

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