Meet the Hemprich’s Long-eared bat.π¦π
Locally known as ‘Khafash Al Fakiha’, these bats are heavily built. The bats grow to 13cm with tails of an added 5cm.βΊοΈπ¦
The colour of this bat gives a ghost like appearance enhanced by the long ears and dog-like muzzle.π¦π¬βΊοΈ
Feeding on scorpions and camel spiders, they fly very low when hunting. Often stung by scorpions, this bat has developed immunity to the venom.π¦π
Found widely throughout caves, rock crevices and even deserted buildings is this unique creature. ππ¦