Thomas's sac-winged bat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Mammalia (สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยน้ำนม)

Order

Chiroptera (ค้างคาว)

Family

Emballonuridae

Genus

Balantiopteryx

Species

Balantiopteryx io (Thomas's sac-winged bat)

Names in Other Languages

German Thomas-Sackflügelfledermaus

Similar Species in Balantiopteryx

Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat

Balantiopteryx infusca

Endangered

Gray Sac-winged Bat

Balantiopteryx plicata

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Thomas's sac-winged bat?

The scientific name of Thomas's sac-winged bat is Balantiopteryx io. It belongs to the genus Balantiopteryx.

What is the conservation status of Thomas's sac-winged bat?

Thomas's sac-winged bat (Balantiopteryx io) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Thomas's sac-winged bat belong to?

Thomas's sac-winged bat (Balantiopteryx io) belongs to the genus Balantiopteryx, which is part of the taxonomic family Emballonuridae.

Is Thomas's sac-winged bat endangered?

Yes, Thomas's sac-winged bat (Balantiopteryx io) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Thomas's sac-winged bat belong to?

Thomas's sac-winged bat (Balantiopteryx io) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Thomas's sac-winged bat?

The closest relatives of Thomas's sac-winged bat in the genus Balantiopteryx include Ecuadorian Sac-winged Bat, Gray Sac-winged Bat.