Range: They can be found in northern Queensland from Cooktown to Cape York, and in the Torres Island. Small populations in New Guinea Islands.
Description: Different from most flying-foxes. The wing join the mid-line of the back, rather then the sides of the body. Wings have no fur, making the back appear hairless. Their back is furred where deep pockets forms under the wing. Black to brown fur lines the shoulders and back of the head. Their belly is sparsely furred in light grey to brown. They have a short tail and white claws.
Life Span:
Adult Weight: 525gms
Forearm Length:155mm
Body Length: 230mm
Roosting Preference: Living in colony's with as few as 100 individuals, they are the only megabat to roost in caves. They can also be found amidst boulders and disused mines and bunkers.
Adult Weight: 525gms
Forearm Length:155mm
Body Length: 230mm
Roosting Preference: Living in colony's with as few as 100 individuals, they are the only megabat to roost in caves. They can also be found amidst boulders and disused mines and bunkers.
Diet: Feeding mainly on native fruits and blossoms.
Reproduction: Conception occurs between May - June. During the months of April - June, females develop fleshy folds around the vagina and both sexes develop grands on their shoulders and cheeks. Thought to produce this species musty odour and play a role in courtship.
After a 5 month gestation, a single pup is born during September - November. The mother carries the young while foraging for a relatively short time of a month. Nursed for up to 4 months, weaning takes place during the wet season, during January and February.
After a 5 month gestation, a single pup is born during September - November. The mother carries the young while foraging for a relatively short time of a month. Nursed for up to 4 months, weaning takes place during the wet season, during January and February.
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