Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Chiroptera (Fledertiere)

Family

Pteropodidae (Fruit Bats)

Genus

Myonycteris

Species

Myonycteris leptodon (Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat)

Names in Other Languages

French Myonyctère de Sierra Leone

Similar Species in Myonycteris

East African little collared fruit bat

Myonycteris relicta

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat?

The scientific name of Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat is Myonycteris leptodon. It belongs to the genus Myonycteris.

What is the conservation status of Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat?

Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat (Myonycteris leptodon) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat belong to?

Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat (Myonycteris leptodon) belongs to the genus Myonycteris, which is part of the taxonomic family Pteropodidae.

Is Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat endangered?

No, Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat (Myonycteris leptodon) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat belong to?

Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat (Myonycteris leptodon) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat?

The closest relatives of Sierra Leone Collared Fruit Bat in the genus Myonycteris include East African little collared fruit bat.