Hoary Bat Lasiurus cinereus

Identification
This bat has frosted fur and long wings. It roosts in tree foliage.

Location
Uncommon statewide

Size
0.8 to 1.5 ounces

Diet
It feeds on moths and large insects.

Habitat
It occurs in forests and open areas.

Activity Period
April to October

Behavior
It is solitary and migratory and travels long distances. It is active from spring through autumn.

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

Population
The population is stable but affected by wind turbines.

History
It has long been present in Ohio.

Human Interactions
It rarely interacts with humans.

Facts
It is one of the largest bats in Ohio.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects especially moths | Forests woodlands open areas | Statewide