Myotis bechsteinii
Introduction
Bechstein’s is one of the UK’s rarest bats, found almost exclusively in woodland habitat. The destruction of ancient mature forests along with intensive woodland management practices has led to a decline in its numbers.
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Pale to reddish brown fur, greyish underneath. Pink face.
Conservation Status
One of the UK’s rarest mammals.
Roost sites
deciduous woodland
Diet
grasshoppers, nut weevils, moths, other types of fly
Echolocation
best heard at 50khz