These are Honduran white bats, scientific name is ectophylla alba. They are about 10 cm long, weigh 6 grams and often make shelter under leaves. Honduran white bats are known as the cutest and most adorable bats in the world.
This unique white bat species is also known as the Honduran white bat, scientific name is Ectophylla alba, is also the only representative in the genus Ectophylla, has a striking appearance with pure white fur, a small body with a small height. Only 3.7cm – 4.7cm long. (According to Dodo).
Inhabiting the rain forests of northern Nicaragua, eastern Costa Rica, western Panama and eastern Honduras, these adorable white bats mainly parasitize tree trunks and canopies, especially banana trees.
Rarely appearing and considered a rare animal, the white bat makes many people curious. A flock of white bats hiding in large banana leaves look like super cute tiny pigs. The pure white fur and other parts of the body are bright yellow, making Honduran white bats look extremely funny. Not only do they have a lovely appearance, Honduran white bats also have a gentle nature, worthy of recognition. The cutest bat in the world.
Live in herds, usually about 6 to 10 individuals, with large herds of up to 12 individuals. The main food of pretty little white bats is fruit and some plants.
In the flock, the larger bats will be responsible for protecting the smaller bats. They will bite leaves to curl around the small bats, protecting the whole flock from rain, sun and natural enemies.
White bats rarely fly, even at night because their striking appearance makes them easy targets for vicious predators.
Honduran white bats only spread their wings to fly when they feel danger or an enemy is attacking.
