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Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus brachycephalus
Least Concern
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<speciesfyi-species slug="short-headed-broad-nosed-bat"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.
Conservation Status
LC
Least Concern
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(Tier)
Phylum
Chordata
(Chordatiere)
Class
Mammalia
(Säugetiere)
Order
Chiroptera
(Fledertiere)
Family
Phyllostomidae
Genus
Platyrrhinus
Species
Platyrrhinus brachycephalus
(Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat)
Similar Species in Platyrrhinus
Alberico's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus albericoi
Least Concern
Brown-bellied Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus fusciventris
Least Concern
Eldorado Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus aurarius
Least Concern
Incan Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus incarum
Least Concern
Buffy Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus infuscus
Least Concern
Greater Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus vittatus
Least Concern
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Thomas's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus dorsalis
Least Concern
Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus matapalensis
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat?
The scientific name of Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat is Platyrrhinus brachycephalus. It belongs to the genus Platyrrhinus.
What is the conservation status of Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat?
Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus brachycephalus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat live?
Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.
What family does Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat belong to?
Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus brachycephalus) belongs to the genus Platyrrhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phyllostomidae.
Is Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat endangered?
No, Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus brachycephalus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat belong to?
Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus brachycephalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat?
The closest relatives of Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat in the genus Platyrrhinus include Alberico's Broad-nosed Bat, Brown-bellied Broad-nosed Bat, Eldorado Broad-nosed Bat, Incan Broad-nosed Bat, Buffy Broad-nosed Bat.
Genus Platyrrhinus — 15 Species
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Alberico's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus albericoi
Brown-bellied Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus fusciventris
Eldorado Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus aurarius
Incan Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus incarum
Buffy Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus infuscus
Greater Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus vittatus
Thomas's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus dorsalis
Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus matapalensis
Heller's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus helleri
Slender Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus angustirostris
Shadowy Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus umbratus
Western Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus nitelinea
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Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus brachycephalus
Ismael's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus ismaeli
White-lined Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus lineatus
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