Solomons mastiff bat
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Chaerephon solomonis

The Solomons mastiff bat (Chaerephon solomonis ) is a species of bat in the family Molossidae. It is endemic to the Solomon Islands.

Appearance

Its forearm is 40.5–45 mm (1.59–1.77 in).In total, its head and body are 63–68 mm (2.5–2.7 in) long, while its tail is 35–36 mm (1.4–1.4 in) long.Its fur is a rich, auburn brown, with white hairs interspersed infrequently.Its tragus is lobed and broad at the tip.

Distribution

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Its range is currently known to include Choiseul Island and Santa Isabel Island, both of which are part of the Solomon Islands.

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Conservation

It is evaluated as endangered by the IUCN.

References

1. Solomons mastiff bat Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solomons_mastiff_bat
2. Solomons mastiff bat on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/4320/22017829

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