Bats
Bats are not abundant in Alaska, and are generally found only in Southeast Alaska, some of Southcentral Alaska, and in the Interior as far north as the Yukon River.
| Species | More information | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Big brown bat Eptesicus fuscus |
Only one big brown bat has ever been confirmed in Alaska. It is the largest bat in Alaska, weighing on average 14g (0.5 oz). | |
| California myotis Myotis californicus |
As with other myotis species in Alaska, the California myotis often roosts in abandoned buildings and old mines; they may also be found roosting alone in trees or rock crevices. California bats have been observed hibernating in Southeast Alaska. | |
| Keen's myotis Myotis keenii Image |
As with other myotis species in Alaska, Keen's myotis often roosts in abandoned buildings and old mines; they may also be found roosting alone in trees or rock crevices. It is suspected that it hibernates in Southeast Alaska. | |
| Little brown bat Myotis lucifugus |
The little brown bat is the most common and widespread bat in Alaska. As with other myotis species in Alaska, little brown bats often roost in abandoned buildings and old mines; they may also be found roosting alone in trees or rock crevices. Little brown bats have been observed hibernating in Southeast Alaska and Kodiak Island. | |
| Long-legged myotis Myotis volans |
As with other myotis species in Alaska, the long-legged myotix often roosts in abandoned buildings and old mines; they may also be found roosting alone in trees or rock crevices. It is suspected that it hibernates in Southeast Alaska. | |
| Silver-haired bat Lasionycteris noctivagans |
After the big brown bat, the silver-haired bats is the largest bat in Alaska. It is only found in Southeast Alaska, and only during winter. It roosts alone in trees. |
Read more about this topic: List Of Mammals Of Alaska
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