Points

15

per confirmed sighting

MammalConservation status: Data DeficientUncommon to spot
mammals • Vespertilionidae

Angolan Long-eared Serotine.

A

Laephotis angolensis

Category

mammals

Family

Vespertilionidae

Size

Body mass: approximately 7.48 g (EltonTraits).

Points

15 pts

A closer look

Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding angolan long-eared serotine in its natural range.

Overview

How to identify it

Habitat

EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: aerial.

Diet

EltonTraits diet profile: invertebrates 100%.

Behaviour

When to look

EltonTraits activity classification: nocturnal.

Where to see it

South Africa flagSouth AfricaNamibia flagNamibiaBotswana flagBotswanaZimbabwe flagZimbabweZambia flagZambiaMozambique flagMozambiqueMalawi flagMalawiAngola flagAngola

Safety and etiquette

Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.

Verification and sources

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