African Trident Bat
Triaenops afer
Points
20
per confirmed sighting
MammalConservation status: Least ConcernUncommon to spot
mammals • Rhinonycteridae
African Trident Bat.
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Triaenops afer
Category
mammals
Family
Rhinonycteridae
Size
Total length 82–108 mm; forearm 49–60 mm; reported body mass up to about 15 g.
Points
20 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding african trident bat in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
Recorded from coastal forest, farmland and miombo woodland, generally at low to moderate elevations.
Diet
Insectivorous; moths (Lepidoptera) are reported as dominant prey.
Behaviour
When to look
Nocturnal; foraging begins around dusk.
Where to see it
Zimbabwe
Zambia
Mozambique
Malawi
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
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