| Angolan long-eared bat | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Mammalia |
| Order: | Chiroptera |
| Family: | Vespertilionidae |
| Genus: | Laephotis |
| Species: | L. angolensis |
| Binomial name | |
| Laephotis angolensis Monard, 1935 | |
The Angolan long-eared bat (Laephotis angolensis) is a species of vesper bat in the Vespertilionidae family. It can be found in moist savanna in Angola and Democratic Republic of the Congo.
It was described as a new species in 1935 by Albert Monard. In papers published in 1953 and 1971, the Angolan long-eared bat was treated as a subspecies of De Winton's long-eared bat. However, it is generally treated as a full species at present. [2] It has been suggested that it may be synonymous with Botswanan long-eared bat. [1] [2] Its species name " angolensis " is Latin for "Angolan," likely in reference to the fact that the holotype was encountered near Dala, Angola. [2]
Its dental formula is 2.1.1.33.1.2.3 for a total of 32 teeth. The fur of its back is yellowish- or reddish-brown. Ventral fur is pale gray or cream in color. [2]
It has only been documented in the Central Zambezian miombo woodlands. [2] Its range includes Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. [1]
It is considered a locally rare species. [2] As of 2008, it is assessed as a data deficient species by the IUCN. The organization is unable to accurately evaluate its conservation status because of the continued uncertainty on whether or not it represents a full species. In addition, there is a lack of up-to-date research on its extent and population trends. [1]
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