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Record 1 2007-11-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Mammals
Universal entry(ies)
Hypsignathus monstrosus
Latin
OBS

A bat of the family Pteropodidae.

OBS

Hypsignathus monstrosus is found in the forested regions of central Africa. It has been recorded from Senegal to northern Angola. It is the largest bat found in Africa.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Mammifères
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
Hypsignathus monstrosus
Latin
OBS

Chauve-souris de la famille des Pteropodidae.

OBS

Hypsignathus monstrosus est la chauve-souris la plus grosse d'Afrique. Elle habite les forêts du centre du continent.

Spanish

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