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Eastern Red Bat - Lasiurus borealis

Eastern Red Bat - Lasiurus borealis
Lasiurus borealis
Lasiurus borealis Lasiurus borealis Lasiurus borealis Lasiurus borealis
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Species of Concern

Global Rank: G5
State Rank: S2S3

Agency Status
USFWS: none
USFS: none
BLM: none
CFWCS Tier: 2



 

General Description
The information for this species is not complete. We hope to have it available soon.

Distribution
Montana Range





Habitat
The eastern red bat may be found in eastern Montana, particularly along wooded riparian areas in late summer or early fall.

Food Habits
These bats feeds on flying insects, often moths, within forested areas. They generally forage near the forest canopy at or above treetop level or along streams or lake margins, and may hunt 500-900 meters from the roosting site.

Ecology
These animals are basically solitary. This species of bat may be more vulnerable to avian and other predators because it roosts in tree foliage. The Blue Jay is noted as a predator in North America.

Citations & Sources
 
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