Red Bat Lasiurus borealis
Identification
This bat has reddish fur and long wings. It roosts in tree foliage.
Location
Common statewide
Size
0.4 to 0.6 ounces
Diet
It feeds on moths and flying insects.
Habitat
It occurs in forests and open areas.
Activity Period
April to October
Behavior
It is solitary and migratory. It is active from spring through autumn.
Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in autumn.
Population
The population is stable statewide.
History
It has long been present in Ohio.
Human Interactions
It rarely interacts with humans.
Facts
It often roosts hanging from branches like a leaf.
Sources
ODNR NatureServe
Insects especially moths | Forests edges open areas | Statewide