Common Pipistrelle
The Common Pipistrelle is a small bat species found across Europe and parts of Asia. It typically measures about 3.1 to 4.3 inches in body length, with a wingspan of 8.7 to 10.6 inches. This bat is known for its distinctive yellow-brown fur and a high-pitched echolocation call, which helps it navigate and hunt for insects at night.
Common Pipistrelles are social animals, often roosting in groups in buildings, trees, or bat boxes. They are active during dusk and dawn, feeding primarily on small flying insects. Their population is generally stable, but habitat loss poses a threat to their survival.