Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat

Artibeus anderseni

Least Concern

About

The Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat (Artibeus anderseni) is a species in the genus Artibeus. 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 and Ecuador.

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Species

Artibeus anderseni (Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat?

The scientific name of Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat is Artibeus anderseni. It belongs to the genus Artibeus.

What is the conservation status of Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat?

Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat (Artibeus anderseni) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat live?

Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia and Ecuador.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador.

What family does Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat belong to?

Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat (Artibeus anderseni) belongs to the genus Artibeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phyllostomidae.

Is Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat endangered?

No, Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat (Artibeus anderseni) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat belong to?

Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat (Artibeus anderseni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat?

The closest relatives of Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat in the genus Artibeus include Murciélago-frutero de Jamaica, Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat, Bogota Fruit-eating Bat, Fringed Fruit-eating Bat, Flat-faced Fruit-eating Bat.