Watercolor illustration of Flat-faced Fruit-eating Bat (Artibeus planirostris)

Flat-faced Fruit-eating Bat

Artibeus planirostris

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Flachnasen-Fruchtvampir

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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