eastern red bat — mammal wildlife photo, Lasiurus borealis

Lasiurus borealis

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Quick Facts

Type
Mammal
Size
varies by species
Weight
varies by species
Habitat
forests, grasslands, mountains, or open country
Diet
plant, insect, or animal food depending on species
Active Time
dawn, dusk, day, or night
Lifespan
varies by species
Field Notes
  • Its scientific name is Lasiurus borealis.
  • The common name highlights red cues used for the visual profile.
  • It is grouped as a mammal in this dataset.

About the eastern red bat

eastern red bat (Lasiurus borealis) is a mammal represented with a compact build, red toned markings, and fur. Its common name and taxonomic group point toward forests, grasslands, mountains, or open country, with a profile shaped around plant, insect, or animal food depending on species and dawn, dusk, day, or night activity. The entry keeps the animal recognizable for mixing by emphasizing visible body structure, surface texture, color cues, and one distinctive feature rather than broad placeholder traits.