East African little collared fruit bat

Myonycteris relicta

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Pteropodidae (Fruit Bats)

Genus

Myonycteris

Species

Myonycteris relicta (East African little collared fruit bat)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of East African little collared fruit bat?

The scientific name of East African little collared fruit bat is Myonycteris relicta. It belongs to the genus Myonycteris.

What is the conservation status of East African little collared fruit bat?

East African little collared fruit bat (Myonycteris relicta) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does East African little collared fruit bat live?

East African little collared fruit bat is found in Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does East African little collared fruit bat belong to?

East African little collared fruit bat (Myonycteris relicta) belongs to the genus Myonycteris, which is part of the taxonomic family Pteropodidae.

Is East African little collared fruit bat endangered?

Yes, East African little collared fruit bat (Myonycteris relicta) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does East African little collared fruit bat belong to?

East African little collared fruit bat (Myonycteris relicta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of East African little collared fruit bat?

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