Although it may give the impression that a fox-sized bat is a montage, the photographs portraying it, usually sleeping, are totally real.
The Acerodon jubatus, also known as the diadem bat, is a flying mammal that inhabits some regions of the Philippines, an island country located in South Asia.
According to the specialized portal ‘Animal Diversity’, these mammals inhabit large groups and are made up of other bats such as the smaller Pteropus vampyrus. They are fundamentally nocturnal. They go out looking for food when the sun goes down and return to their habitat before dawn.
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They are about a meter and a half long and can weigh between 1 and 1.2 kilograms. The coloring of its coat can vary between black and light brown. Its muzzle, claws, and ears are pointed and, unlike other mammals, do not have a tail.
Despite its gloomy and gloomy appearance, it is a harmless animal for humans. Their diet is mainly made up of figs (they make up almost 41% of what is identified in their faeces) and fruits of different types.
Like other bats, its role in the ecosystem is fundamental, as it is known for spreading seeds and helping in the reproduction of some plant species.
This is an aspect that many people around the world ignore, since There have been known cases of attacks against bats of different types due, among other things, to some research indicating that the new coronavirus could come from these animals, which does not justify mistreatment.
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The species of the diadem bat is at risk due to the influence of humans in their habitat. Activities such as the massive felling of trees and the execution of agricultural projects have caused a significant decrease in specimens in the last 20 years.
Animal Diversity also points out that they are victims of hunters, who attack them with the intention of consuming or selling them for export. However, the portal adds that the latter is less common, because They give off an unpleasant odor that makes them less desirable than other species of bats.
my anger for sm turned into fear because of this… giant golden-crowned flying fox, aka the golden-capped fruit bat… endemic in the philippines… pic.twitter.com/b9z715j8Cv
— ???? ree is just vibing #1BillionViewsEXOSC (@hyunchanee_exo) June 25, 2020
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In recent days, images of diadem bats hanging from trees have been shared on social networks and have generated thousands of reactions from users. Many of them comment on his impressive size and its imposing appearance.
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