The Chinese noctule (Nyctalus plancyi) is a common and widespread species of bat belonging to the family Vespertilionidae.
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Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Mammalia |
| Order: | Chiroptera |
| Family: | Vespertilionidae |
| Genus: | Nyctalus |
| Species: | N. plancyi
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| Nyctalus plancyi | |
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N. p. plancyi | |
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| Distribution map of the Chinese Noctule | |
Distribution and habitat
editThe Chinese noctule is found in China and Taiwan.[1] They typically inhabit forests, but also commonly appear within rural communities. The bats are often found roosting under buildings, hollow trees, ruins, caves, and rock crevices.[1][2]
Description
editThe Chinese noctule are distinguished by their golden brown fur. The length of their forearm averages to about 49 to 53 mm (1.9 to 2.1 in) and the bat weighs around 21 to 26 grams (0.74 to 0.92 oz).[2]
References
edit- ^ a b c d e Shi, H.Y.; Yu, W.; Wu, Y. (2020). "Nyctalus plancyi". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2020: e.T136828A22044480. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2020-2.RLTS.T136828A22044480.en. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Nyctalus plancyi". University of Bristol. Retrieved 12 July 2011.
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