Little Red Flying-fox
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Binomial name: Pteropus scapulatus
Visual description: Smaller bat with reddish fur and translucent wings. When roosting, it often appears in dense clusters. Measurements: Wingspan: ~0.6 m; Body mass: ~300–600 g Distribution: Northern and eastern Australia Roosting habits: Dense camps, often in flowering trees Diet: Nectar and pollen Threats: Heat stress, habitat disturbance Conservation status: EPBC Act: Not listed; IUCN: Least Concern |
