Chocoan long-tongued bat
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Lonchophylla chocoana

The Chocoan long-tongued bat (Lonchophylla chocoana ) is a species of bat found in South America.It was described as a new species in 2004.

Appearance

It is considered a large member of its genus with a forearm length of 45–48 mm (1.8–1.9 in) and a weight of 19–23 g (0.67–0.81 oz).Its fur is chocolate- or chestnut-brown on its back and brown on its ventral side.It has short ears with rounded tips.Its thumb length is considered an identifying feature, as it is longer than that of similar species at 7.5–8.3 mm (0.30–0.33 in).Its dental formula is the same as all other members of its genus: 2.1.2.32.1.3.3 for a total of 34 teeth.

Distribution

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Its range includes Ecuador and Colombia in South America.It has only been documented in old-growth rainforest.

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Conservation

As of 2016, it is evaluated as data deficient by the IUCN.It meets the criteria for this classification because it was recently described and little information is available on its extent or population.

References

1. Chocoan long-tongued bat Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chocoan_long-tongued_bat
2. Chocoan long-tongued bat on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/136348/22023706

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