The Southeastern bat is listed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife as a species of concern. Population has declined likely for several reasons including human interference with hibernacula and loss of caves, land clearing and drainage of wetlands.
The Southern Myotis is a medium sized bat that measures approximately 3 1/2 inches to 4 inches in length with a wingspan of about 9-11 inches and weighs 5-8 grams. This species has long toe hairs, a bare pinkish nose, white belly and grayish brown to yellow fur. Closely resembling the little brown bat.
Southeastern bats are insectivorous and forage over lakes, ponds, slow moving streams close to the waters surface. Their diet consists primarily of mosquitoes, crane flies, moths and beetles.
Mating occurs late April to mid May producing twins. These pups will be able to sustain themselves in as little as three weeks.
These bats can be found within the Southeastern United States from Illinois and Indiana to Northeastern Texas and Northern Florida. They can typically be found roosting in caves of colonies from a few to several hundred bats. They have also been seen roosting in abandoned buildings and hollow trees near water.
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