Yellowish myotis facts for kids
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Myotis
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levis
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The yellowish myotis (Myotis levis) is a type of bat found in South America. It is a vesper bat, which means it belongs to a large family of bats that are active at night. These bats live in several countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
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About the Yellowish Myotis
The yellowish myotis is a small mammal. It is known for its yellowish-brown fur. Like other bats, it uses echolocation to find its way around and hunt for food in the dark. Echolocation means they send out sounds and listen for the echoes. This helps them create a picture of their surroundings.
Where Do They Live?
Yellowish myotis bats live in different parts of South America. Their habitat includes forests and other areas where they can find shelter. They often roost, or rest, in caves, tree hollows, or old buildings during the day. At night, they fly out to search for food.
What Do They Eat?
These bats are insectivores. This means their main diet is insects. They are very good at catching flying insects in the air. By eating insects, they help control insect populations. This makes them an important part of their ecosystem.
How Scientists Learn About Bats
Scientists study bats like the yellowish myotis to learn more about them. For a long time, another bat called Dinelli's myotis (M. dinellii) was thought to be the same species. However, a study in 2013 looked closely at their DNA and physical features. They found that Dinelli's myotis was different enough to be its own separate species. This shows how science is always learning new things.
