Vampyriscus brocki (Chiroptera: Phyllostomidae)

Ruelas D. · Mammalian Species (2026) · DOI: 10.1093/mspecies/seaf003

Resumen

Vampyriscus brocki (Peterson, 1968), Brock’s Yellow-eared Bat, is endemic to the South American rainforests east of the Andes and is distinguished from its congeners by its diploid number, smaller size, and other morphological characteristics. Vampyriscus brocki prefers primary and riverine forests and feeds on fruits. Despite its broad distribution, it is rarely encountered, contributing to limited ecological data. Although currently listed as “Least Concern” (LC) by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), its dependence on mature forest habitats underscores the importance of habitat preservation. © The Author(s) 2026.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos