Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
Habitat
This species inhabits tropical rainforests and secondary growth areas in Papua New Guinea and nearby islands. It prefers lowland and montane forests up to 1,200 meters, often roosting in dense vegetation or tree hollows.
Diet
It primarily feeds on fruits such as figs, bananas, and other soft tropical fruits, supplemented by nectar and possibly insects. Feeding occurs at night, with the bat using its keen smell and echolocation to forage in the forest canopy.
Behavior
This bat is nocturnal, roosting alone or in small groups during the day in tree foliage. It exhibits territorial behavior around feeding sites and plays a key role in seed dispersal through its fruit consumption. They are agile fliers but generally avoid human interaction.
Conservation Status
The IUCN status is Data Deficient due to limited data, but habitat loss from deforestation is a potential threat. Population trends are unknown, though it may face risks from hunting and climate change in its range.