Rafinesque Big Eared Bat Corynorhinus rafinesquii

Identification
This bat has very large ears and soft gray fur. It roosts in hollow trees and abandoned structures.

Location
Extirpated

Size
0.3 to 0.5 ounces

Diet
It feeds mainly on moths.

Habitat
It formerly occurred in southern forests.

Activity Period
April to October

Behavior
It is nocturnal and hunts along forest edges. It was active from spring through autumn.

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

Population
The population is absent in Ohio.

History
It was extirpated due to habitat loss.

Human Interactions
It rarely interacted with humans.

Facts
It is known for its extremely large ears.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects especially moths | Forests swamps large hollow trees | Formerly in Ohio