Mammals of Pennsylvania—Northern Long-eared Bat

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Common Name: Northern long-eared bat

Scientific Name: Myotis septentrionalis

Habitat: Caves in the winter; summer sites include woodland picnic shelters, behind shutters, rock crevices, and hollow trees.

Diet: Insectivorous—insects in flight.

Interesting Facts: The ears of this bat are longer than those of any other member of the genus Myotis in Pennsylvania.

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