Little Brown Bat Myotis lucifugus

Identification
This small bat has glossy brown fur and narrow wings. It forms large colonies in summer.

Location
Endangered

Size
0.2 to 0.4 ounces

Diet
It feeds on midges and small insects.

Habitat
It occurs in forests and near water.

Activity Period
April to October

Behavior
It is nocturnal and hunts over water and forests. It is active from spring through autumn.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in autumn and pups are born in summer.

Population
The population is severely reduced.

History
It has declined due to white nose syndrome.

Human Interactions
It rarely interacts with humans.

Facts
It can eat half its body weight in insects nightly.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects especially midges | Forests caves buildings | Statewide but declining