Large-eared Pied Bat
Chalinolobus dwyeri
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Endangered
Listed since: 23/11/2021
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 14/07/2020
Population trend: Decreasing
Other names: Large Pied Bat
Priority Species? No
The Australian government's Threatened Species Action Plan 2022-2032 selected over 100 priority species derive from consultation with threatened species experts and the wider community. While all species are important, focusing on a limited number of species can help target effort and resources so that outcomes can be achieved, measured and shared.
Description
The Large-eared Pied Bat is a medium-sized insectivorous bat measuring a total length of�approximately 100 mm and weighing 7�12 grams. It has shiny, black fur on the body�with a�white stripe on the ventral side of the torso where it adjoins the wings and tail.
Threats
The only confirmed threat the Large-eared Pied Bat is disturbance and damage to primary nursery sites by�animals�and humans.