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Malayan Flying Fox | Bat Conservation

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Pteropus vampyrus (TER-ohp-us VAM-pie-rus). Tropical and sub-tropical forests of Indo-Pacific region, especially southern Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Indonesia, West Malaysia, the Philippines, Java and New Guinea. Largest bat in the world: weight: 645g-100g (about 2-3 lbs.); height: 46-61cm (1.5-3 feet); Wingspan:1.4 m-1.8m, (4.6 -5.9 ft.). Can live up to 30 years in captivity. Also called Large Flying Fox or Giant Flying Fox. Short Tailed Fruit Bat. Straw Colored Fruit Bat. OBC in the Media. Bats ...

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Indian Flying Fox | Bat Conservation

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Pteropus giganteus (TER-ohp-us GI-gan-tus). Occurs in tropical regions of South Central Asia: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Myanmar (from Pakistan to China and as far south as the Maldive Islands). Tropical forests and swamps, usually in the vicinity of a body of water. Large groups of individuals roost in trees such as banyan, fig, and tamarind. Second largest bat in the world: weight: 600 to1600 g (21 to 56 oz) males are generally larger; Average length: 23 cm (9.06 in); Wingspan: 4 to 5 ft. Roost in ...

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Animals | Bat Conservation

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The rescued animals at the Organization for Bat Conservation’s Bat Zone at Cranbrook come from all over the world. There are over 150 total bats, encompassing 10 different species, including vampires from Central and South America, fruit bats from Africa, insect-eating bats from North America, and giant flying fox bats from Asia. The bats have come to the Bat Zone due to overcrowding, injury, or illegal ownership. Select a species below to learn more! Short Tailed Fruit Bat. Straw Colored Fruit Bat.

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Rodrigues or Golden Flying Fox | Bat Conservation

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Rodrigues or Golden Flying Fox. Pteropus rodricensis (TER-ohp-us ROD-reh-sen-sus). The small island of Rodrigues (110 sq km) in the Indian Ocean in the Mauritius (near Madagascar). Dry woodland; needs a variety of sheltered trees for roosting and feeding. Weight: 300-350g (10-12 oz); Wingspan: 9m (about 3 ft). 20 years in captivity. Gregarious, roost in vocal colonies often. Males have harems of up to 8 females. Short Tailed Fruit Bat. Straw Colored Fruit Bat. OBC in the Media. Bats of the World. Take a ...

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What We Do | Bat Conservation

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The Organization for Bat Conservation is dedicated to protecting bats, other wildlife, and the ecosystems they need to survive. We have the largest grass-roots bat conservation education program in the United States, presenting more than 1,500 live shows. To over 250,000 people annually. Live animal exhibits. Are also provided for museums, science centers, wildlife festivals, and more, including the permanent exhibit at Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. And Bats and Wind Power.

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Short Tailed Fruit Bat | Bat Conservation

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Short Tailed Fruit Bat. Carollia perspicillata (kah-ROLL-ee-ah per-SPICK-ee-la-tah). From southern Mexico to Paraguay and South-eastern Brazil, Trinidad, Tobago, and Grenada. Moist tropical evergreen and dry deciduous forests, savannah, also adapts to disturbed areas. Wingspan: 25 cm (about 6 in.). Average life expectancy in the wild2.6 yrs. oldest captive individual lived to be 12 years old. Carollias are omnivores, consuming primarily fruit but also insects and nectar. Short Tailed Fruit Bat. Bats of t...

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Eastern Screech Owl | Bat Conservation

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Otus asio (OH-tus AH-sih-oh). Eastern North America from southern Canada to southern Texas and Mexico, west to the Rocky Mountains. Found in woodlands bordered by open fields, as well as wetlands, orchards, towns, suburban parks and gardens. Average in the wild:14 years. It is estimated that only 30-50% of young survive their first year. Screech owls help control populations of potential pests such as mice and some insects. Considered the most common owl in North America. All owls are protected by st...

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Jamaican Leaf-Nosed Bat | Bat Conservation

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Artibeus jamaicensis (ar-TIH-be-us ja-may-KEN-sis). Central Mexico to Paraguay and Brazil; Trinidad, to the Antilles, and southern Bahamas. Found in a variety of habitats, from dry deciduous forest to tropical ever- green forest and even cloud forest. Wingspan: 44 cm 48 cm (17-18.7 in.). In the wild a bat was recaptured after 7 years, in captivity: 10 plus years. Eats a wide variety of fruits, figs, also pollen, nectar, and a few insects. Short Tailed Fruit Bat. Straw Colored Fruit Bat. OBC in the Media.

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Big Brown Bat | Bat Conservation

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Eptesicus fuscus (ep-TES-kus FUS-cus). From southern Canada to northern South America and West Indies. Found in a wide range of habitats from farmlands and forests to city neighbor-hoods and parks. Typical summer roosts are trees, snags or man-made structures. Weight: 14 21g; Wingspan: 13-16 in. Females are slightly larger than males. Approximately 19 years, with males usually living longer than females. Beetles make up most of their diet, but also feed on corn rootworm a serious agricultural pest. OBC a...