학술논문

Update on the distribution of the free-tailed bat, Nyctinomops aurispinosus (Chiroptera, Molossidae), with new records for the Caatinga and Brazilian Amazon
Document Type
research-article
Source
Mammalia. 87(6):596-601
Subject
Amazon
Caatinga
Chiroptera
distribution
Molossinae
roost
Short Note
Language
English
ISSN
0025-1461
1864-1547
Abstract
In Brazil, three out four bat species from the genus Nyctinomops are known. Most of occurrences of these species are based on captures with mist-nets. In this study, we extend the distribution of Nyctinomops aurispinosus in Brazil, providing new records for the Brazilian states of Mato Grosso (1), Roraima (1), Pará (2) and Pernambuco (1). We also confirm the use of new types of shelter by N. aurispinosus, such as rock crevices in dryland environments and river boulders. We provide new fundamental information about the biology, behavioural and ecological patterns of this species.