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Greater dog-like bat

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The greater dog-like bat, Peropteryx kappleri, is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru. It is the largest member of its genus, with a forearm length of 45 to 53.6 millimetres, and individuals weigh approximately 8 grams. Its fur colour varies, with some individuals dark brown and others light brown, and the ventral fur is paler than the dorsal fur. It has large black ears. Its dental formula adds up to a total of 32 teeth.

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Living or Extinct
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Child Taxon Of

Emballonuridae, Taxa
Source Mammal Diversity Database: Peropteryx kappleri - Mammal Diversity Database
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The greater dog-like bat (Peropteryx kappleri) is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru.
Mexico

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The greater dog-like bat (Peropteryx kappleri) is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru.
Peru

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The greater dog-like bat (Peropteryx kappleri) is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru.
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    The greater dog-like bat (Peropteryx kappleri) is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru.
  • Lead, range
    The greater dog-like bat (Peropteryx kappleri) is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru.
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    The greater dog-like bat (Peropteryx kappleri) is a bat species found from southern Mexico through Brazil and Peru.
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Mammal Diversity Database: Peropteryx kappleri - Mammal Diversity Database
Mammal Diversity DatabaseChild Taxon Of: Emballonuridae, Taxonomy
Quote, Child Taxon Of: Emballonuridae, Taxonomy
Family: Emballonuridae
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