Fringed fruit-eating bat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Fringed fruit-eating bat |
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Artibeus
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fimbriatus
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The fringed fruit-eating bat (Artibeus fimbriatus) is a cool type of bat. It lives in South America.
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Where They Live
Fringed fruit-eating bats like to live in warm, sunny places. These areas usually have a tropical climate. They do well where there isn't too much rain. You can find these bats in countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.
What They Eat
Fringed fruit-eating bats love to munch on fruits and seeds. They especially enjoy eating figs from ficus trees. They also eat parts of leafy bushes.
How They Have Babies (Reproduction)
These bats have a special way of having babies. It depends on the time of day and the weather. They usually start having babies in warmer seasons. This is when the days are longer and there's more sunlight.
What Threatens Them
Right now, fringed fruit-eating bats are not in danger of disappearing. However, changes to their forest homes could cause their numbers to slowly go down. It's important to protect their habitats.
See also
In Spanish: Artibeus fimbriatus para niños
