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Big Brown Bat (Eptesicus fuscus)

August 17, 2017 by

Eptesicus fuscus

Pennsylvania Counties for Big Brown Bat

Common Name: Big Brown Bat

Scientific Name: Eptesicus fuscus

Habitat: May roost in man-made structures, cave crevices, mine shafts, hollow trees, loose bark, or even sewers.

Diet: Insectivorous—insects caught in flight.

Interesting Facts:
Banding records show that this bat may live as long as nine years. The big brown bat usually hibernates in caves or man-made dwellings once food sources begin to dwindle.

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