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What is the main benefit of the ghost bat's large ears?
What is the main benefit of the ghost bat's large ears?
- To help it camouflage in the dark
- To increase its social communication
- To enhance its visual acuity
- To provide stability while flying (correct)
Which of the following best describes the ghost bat's diet?
Which of the following best describes the ghost bat's diet?
- It primarily feeds on fruit and nectar
- It feeds exclusively on small insects
- It is Australia’s only carnivorous bat (correct)
- It is a herbivore that eats leaves
Which adaptation allows the ghost bat to navigate in darkness?
Which adaptation allows the ghost bat to navigate in darkness?
- Its large eyes for low-light conditions
- Its use of echolocation to detect obstacles (correct)
- Its ability to generate heat for warmth
- Its ability to fly at high altitudes
What characteristic distinguishes the northern ghost bat from the ghost bat of Australia?
What characteristic distinguishes the northern ghost bat from the ghost bat of Australia?
What is one of the primary habitats of the ghost bat?
What is one of the primary habitats of the ghost bat?
How does human disturbance impact ghost bats?
How does human disturbance impact ghost bats?
What is the wingspan of the ghost bat?
What is the wingspan of the ghost bat?
Which feature aids the ghost bat in finding food in low-light conditions?
Which feature aids the ghost bat in finding food in low-light conditions?
Flashcards
Echolocation
Echolocation
A type of animal sonar used by bats to navigate and find food in the dark.
Ghost Bat
Ghost Bat
A type of bat found in Australia that has big ears and a white, almost ghostly fur.
What is the Ghost Bat?
What is the Ghost Bat?
An Australian flying mammal with big ears and a white, ghostly fur.
Why does the Ghost Bat have big ears?
Why does the Ghost Bat have big ears?
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Where do Ghost Bats live?
Where do Ghost Bats live?
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What does the Ghost Bat eat?
What does the Ghost Bat eat?
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What does the Ghost Bat see with?
What does the Ghost Bat see with?
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Where do Ghost Bats rest?
Where do Ghost Bats rest?
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Study Notes
Ghost Bat Overview
- The ghost bat is an Australian flying mammal, known for its unique, ghostly grey fur.
- It's a nocturnal creature, active at night like a ghost.
- Its name reflects its colour and nocturnal habits.
- It's a vital part of its environment's ecosystem.
Ghost Bat Physical Characteristics
- Small size, but large ears (over 5 cm / 2 in) that are twice the head's height.
- Ears are connected at the base, which helps them maintain upright posture during flight.
- Unique leaf-shaped nose is also important for echolocation.
Ghost Bat Diet
- Carnivorous, feeding on small birds, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and large insects.
- Australia's only carnivorous bat species.
Ghost Bat Habitat
- Primarily found in caves and abandoned mine tunnels in northern Australia.
- Roosting in groups (colonies).
Ghost Bat Senses
- Excellent echolocation for navigating and locating prey in dark environments.
- Large eyes, which are good for low-light conditions.
- Effective hearing for detecting insects.
Ghost Bat Behaviour
- Secret lives inside their roosts.
- Avoid human disturbance, often relocating if their habitat is disturbed.
- Roosting sites include multiple exits to avoid predator traps.
Mimicry of Ghost Bat
- A separate species, the Northern ghost bat, shares similar attributes (like the name) but is smaller and fluffier, only feeding on insects.
- Located across both Central and northern South America.
Ghost Bat as Aircraft
- A different type of "Ghost Bat" is a Boeing MQ-28 stealth aircraft, developed in Australia.
- It's an unmanned aircraft for the Royal Australian Air Force.
- It had its first flight in 2021.
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