A bat is a mammal with wings that can fly. They are known for their unique ability to echolocate, using sound waves to navigate and find food in the dark. Bats are typically nocturnal and feed on insects, fruits, nectar, and sometimes even blood. They have a unique structure to their wings, with elongated fingers connected by thin skin, allowing for a flexible and efficient flight. Bats play an important ecological role in pollination, pest control, and seed dispersal.
A recent study conducted by the Doñana Biological Station (EBD) in collaboration with the University of Lund (Sweden) and the University of Seville, and published in the specialized journal Acta Chiropterologica, has unveiled the alarming impact of wind farms on bat populations in Cádiz, Spain. This research, led by the EBD-CSIC, a branch of the … Read more
Barbastella barbastellus – Barbastelle – barbastela or murciélago de bosque is a medium-sized bat found in forests and wooded areas throughout Europe and parts of Asia. In Spain, this species is commonly known as “murciélago de bosque”. It is listed as “Vulnerable” in the Spanish Catalogue of Endangered Species. These bats play an important role … Read more