A small bat of western habitats.

Also called: Yuma Bat, Yuma Myotis

Native status: Native to western US

§ Quick facts

SizeBody 5–7 cm; wingspan 22–25 cm
Weight4–8 g
LifespanWild 4–7 years
OrderChiroptera
FamilyVespertilionidae

§ Encyclopedia

The Yuma myotis is a species of vesper bat native to western North America.

Source: Wikipedia — Yuma myotis Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

§ Identification

Field marks. Small brown bat; short ears; round head.

Similar species. Other Myotis species (subtle differences).

Voice. Ultrasonic echolocation.

§ Diet & behavior

Diet. Small flying insects.

Behavior. Small bat of southwestern US; often forages over water.

§ Range

Western US

§ Habitat

Diverse habitats

§ Threats

Habitat loss.

§ Conservation status

According to the IUCN Red List, the yuma bat is currently classified as Least Concern.

§ What helps

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§ Further reading

§ Sources cited

  • Bat Conservation International
  • IUCN Red List 2018