Dwarf Dog-faced Bat

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)

Family

Molossidae

Genus

Molossops

Species

Molossops temminckii (Dwarf Dog-faced Bat)

Similar Species in Molossops

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Rufous Dog-faced Bat

Molossops neglectus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dwarf Dog-faced Bat?

The scientific name of Dwarf Dog-faced Bat is Molossops temminckii. It belongs to the genus Molossops.

What is the conservation status of Dwarf Dog-faced Bat?

Dwarf Dog-faced Bat (Molossops temminckii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dwarf Dog-faced Bat live?

Dwarf Dog-faced Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.

What family does Dwarf Dog-faced Bat belong to?

Dwarf Dog-faced Bat (Molossops temminckii) belongs to the genus Molossops, which is part of the taxonomic family Molossidae.

Is Dwarf Dog-faced Bat endangered?

No, Dwarf Dog-faced Bat (Molossops temminckii) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Dwarf Dog-faced Bat belong to?

Dwarf Dog-faced Bat (Molossops temminckii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Dwarf Dog-faced Bat?

The closest relatives of Dwarf Dog-faced Bat in the genus Molossops include Rufous Dog-faced Bat.