Big Free-tailed Bat

Nyctinomops macrotis

Least Concern

About

The Big Free-tailed Bat (Nyctinomops macrotis) is a species in the genus Nyctinomops. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Chiroptera (Fledertiere)

Species

Nyctinomops macrotis (Big Free-tailed Bat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Murciélago-cola suelta mayor

Similar Species in Nyctinomops

Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat

Nyctinomops laticaudatus

Least Concern

Pocketed Free-tailed Bat

Nyctinomops femorosaccus

Least Concern

Peale’s Free-tailed Bat

Nyctinomops aurispinosus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Big Free-tailed Bat?

The scientific name of Big Free-tailed Bat is Nyctinomops macrotis. It belongs to the genus Nyctinomops.

What is the conservation status of Big Free-tailed Bat?

Big Free-tailed Bat (Nyctinomops macrotis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Big Free-tailed Bat live?

Big Free-tailed Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Big Free-tailed Bat belong to?

Big Free-tailed Bat (Nyctinomops macrotis) belongs to the genus Nyctinomops, which is part of the taxonomic family Molossidae.

Is Big Free-tailed Bat endangered?

No, Big Free-tailed Bat (Nyctinomops macrotis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Big Free-tailed Bat belong to?

Big Free-tailed Bat (Nyctinomops macrotis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Big Free-tailed Bat?

The closest relatives of Big Free-tailed Bat in the genus Nyctinomops include Broad-eared Free-tailed Bat, Pocketed Free-tailed Bat, Peale’s Free-tailed Bat.