Large Slit-faced Bat

Large Slit-faced BatThe large slit-faced bat occurs in parts of West, Central, East, and southern Africa. A deep groove runs from its nostrils toward the bases of its ears.What does it look like?Its upper fur ranges from reddish brown to gray, while the underside is paler and grayer. A deep facial groove around the noseleaf extends from the nostrils toward the bases of the ears.How does it live?The large slit-faced bat occurs in parts of West, Central, East, and southern Africa. A deep groove runs from its nostrils toward the bases of its ears.It roosts alone, in pairs, or in small groups. Night roosts are used as hunting perches, separate from day roosts.Keeping it safeIUCN Red List · Least Concern (LC) · Global