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Philippine Forest Roundleaf Bat Hipposideros  obscurus (Peters, 1861)
Common Names: Bayakan    
Category: RARE
Habitat/Distribution: Philippines
Description / Behavior: Members of this genus usually roost in hollow trees, caves, and buildings. Some species are gregarious; others associate in small family groups or at times may be alone. The nose leaf and ears often twitch while these bats are hanging. Some species hibernate.

These bats fly lower than most bats and catch insects such as beetles, termites, and cockroaches; cicadas apparently form an important food source for some species.
Threats:
Interesting Information: Bats coming from the family Hipposideros are also known as "Old World Leaf-nosed Bats". Leaf-nosed because it's nose is shaped like a leaf.

Conservation Efforts/Measures:

Photograph Information: Courtesy of the JHU. Not actual subspecies picture - just an example to show what the Family Hipposideros looks like

Hipposideros GENUS Sample

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