Taxonomy
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Mammal
Habitat
This species primarily inhabits tropical rainforests and caves in Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. It prefers lowland areas with dense vegetation and access to fruit-bearing trees. They often roost in large groups in dark, humid caves or tree hollows.
Diet
The Greenish naked-backed fruit bat mainly feeds on fruits such as figs, mangos, and other soft tropical fruits. It forages at night using echolocation to locate food sources. They may also consume nectar and pollen from flowers.
Behavior
These bats are nocturnal and form large colonies for roosting during the day. They exhibit social behaviors like grooming and vocal communication, and are highly mobile flyers covering long distances for food. Territorial behavior is minimal, but they may defend feeding sites from competitors.
Conservation Status
The IUCN lists the Greenish naked-backed fruit bat as Vulnerable due to habitat loss from deforestation and mining. Population trends are decreasing, with major threats including human encroachment and climate change.