It’s one of the largest megabat species in the world and goes by the scientific name of Pteropus vampyrus. Despite its scientific description, it’s not a bloodsucker, making this bat full of ...

Kozhikode: Though the state has been undertaking virus surveillance in Pteropus medius bats, which is considered primary ...

They are not related to foxes, except perhaps for their cunning nature. It could be the bat's size, odd looks, nocturnal behavior or sheer numbers that has made generations of Australians uneasy.

Pteropus dasymallus daitonensis Daito flying ... Late last year, a resident of Minami Daito Island spotted a young fruit bat bleeding in the street, apparently having been struck by a vehicle.