Watercolor illustration of Dark fruit-eating bat (Artibeus obscurus)

Dark fruit-eating bat

Artibeus obscurus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Dunkler Fruchtvampir

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dark fruit-eating bat?
The scientific name of Dark fruit-eating bat is Artibeus obscurus. It belongs to the genus Artibeus.
What is the conservation status of Dark fruit-eating bat?
Dark fruit-eating bat (Artibeus obscurus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Dark fruit-eating bat live?
Dark fruit-eating bat is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.
What family does Dark fruit-eating bat belong to?
Dark fruit-eating bat (Artibeus obscurus) belongs to the genus Artibeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phyllostomidae.
Is Dark fruit-eating bat endangered?
No, Dark fruit-eating bat (Artibeus obscurus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Dark fruit-eating bat belong to?
Dark fruit-eating bat (Artibeus obscurus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Dark fruit-eating bat?
The closest relatives of Dark fruit-eating bat in the genus Artibeus include Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat, Andersen's Fruit-eating Bat, Bogota Fruit-eating Bat, Fringed Fruit-eating Bat, Flat-faced Fruit-eating Bat.

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