Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus matapalensis
Near Threatened
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<speciesfyi-species slug="matapalo-broad-nosed-bat"></speciesfyi-species>Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.
Conservation Status
NT
Near Threatened
Full Taxonomy
Kingdom
Animalia
(สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata
(สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Mammalia
(สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)
Order
Chiroptera
(ค้างคาว)
Family
Phyllostomidae
Genus
Platyrrhinus
Species
Platyrrhinus matapalensis
(Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat)
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Alberico's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus albericoi
Least Concern
Brown-bellied Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus fusciventris
Least Concern
Eldorado Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus aurarius
Least Concern
Incan Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus incarum
Least Concern
Buffy Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus infuscus
Least Concern
Greater Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus vittatus
Least Concern
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Thomas's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus dorsalis
Least Concern
Heller's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus helleri
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat?
The scientific name of Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat is Platyrrhinus matapalensis. It belongs to the genus Platyrrhinus.
What is the conservation status of Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat?
Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus matapalensis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat live?
Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat is found in Found in Ecuador. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat belong to?
Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus matapalensis) belongs to the genus Platyrrhinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phyllostomidae.
What kingdom does Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat belong to?
Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat (Platyrrhinus matapalensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat?
The closest relatives of Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat in the genus Platyrrhinus include Alberico's Broad-nosed Bat, Brown-bellied Broad-nosed Bat, Eldorado Broad-nosed Bat, Incan Broad-nosed Bat, Buffy Broad-nosed Bat.
Genus Platyrrhinus — 15 Species
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Alberico's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus albericoi
Brown-bellied Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus fusciventris
Eldorado Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus aurarius
Incan Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus incarum
Buffy Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus infuscus
Greater Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus vittatus
Thomas's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus dorsalis
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NT
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Matapalo Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus matapalensis
Heller's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus helleri
Slender Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus angustirostris
Shadowy Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus umbratus
Western Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus nitelinea
Short-headed Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus brachycephalus
Ismael's Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus ismaeli
White-lined Broad-nosed Bat
Platyrrhinus lineatus
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