naked bat
mammal
Also known as: Cheiromeles torquatus, hairless bat
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The naked bat (Cheiromeles torquatus) is a large bat species native to Southeast Asia. It is notable for being nearly hairless, with only a thin collar of fur. This species is considered one of the largest insectivorous bats, weighing approximately 250 grams. Bats are nocturnal mammals, roosting during the day and foraging at night to avoid predators and conserve water. They primarily feed on insects, which they locate using echolocation. Some bats also consume fish, fruit, nectar, or even small vertebrates.1234
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