Watercolor illustration of Peters's Ghost-faced Bat (Mormoops megalophylla)

Peters's Ghost-faced Bat

Mormoops megalophylla

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

Spanish Murciélago-barba arrugada norteño

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Peters's Ghost-faced Bat?
The scientific name of Peters's Ghost-faced Bat is Mormoops megalophylla. It belongs to the genus Mormoops.
What is the conservation status of Peters's Ghost-faced Bat?
Peters's Ghost-faced Bat (Mormoops megalophylla) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Peters's Ghost-faced Bat live?
Peters's Ghost-faced Bat is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela.
What family does Peters's Ghost-faced Bat belong to?
Peters's Ghost-faced Bat (Mormoops megalophylla) belongs to the genus Mormoops, which is part of the taxonomic family Mormoopidae.
Is Peters's Ghost-faced Bat endangered?
No, Peters's Ghost-faced Bat (Mormoops megalophylla) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Peters's Ghost-faced Bat belong to?
Peters's Ghost-faced Bat (Mormoops megalophylla) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

Native Range — 3 Countries

Genus Mormoops — 1 Species

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Peters's Ghost-faced Bat
Mormoops megalophylla
LC

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