Evening Bat Nycticeius humeralis

Identification
This bat has dark brown fur and broad wings. It forms small maternity colonies.

Location
Uncommon in Ohio

Size
0.2 to 0.4 ounces

Diet
It feeds on beetles and small insects.

Habitat
It occurs mainly in southern Ohio.

Activity Period
April to October

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

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

Population
The population is stable but limited.

History
It has expanded northward over time.

Human Interactions
It occasionally roosts in buildings.

Facts
It is closely related to the big brown bat.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects especially beetles | Forests riparian areas buildings | Southern Ohio