Endangered micro-bat found in Sydney

By Park Sae-jin Posted : August 27, 2015, 17:08 Updated : August 27, 2015, 17:08
Australia's only species of the endangered fishing bat, or micro-bat, have been recorded breeding and roosting in Sydney, surprising researchers.

The large-footed Myotis, normally associated with freshwater, for the first time has been found living around Sydney Harbor, Fairfax media reported on Thursday.

Authorities found the bats in January 2014, as part of a local survey of bat populations.

A new study has shown the endangered bat lives across the Sydney region, though most activity is concentrated in hot spots.

The micro-bats use their long clawed feet to scrape the water for fish and insects.

By Ruchi Singh
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