Microbat vs. Flying Fox - What's the Difference?
5. Diet
| Bat | Diet |
|---|---|
| Microbat | Insects, more rarely nectar, fruits, small vertebrates, blood |
| Flying fox | Fruits, nectar, pollen |
Microbat
Most microbat species primarily eat insects. In warmer areas there are some species that feed on nectar and fruit - like flying foxes do.
Larger species also prey on small rodents, small birds, frogs and fish.
There are also microbats that feed on blood: vampire bats. There are only three types of them. All of them live in America.
Flying Fox
Flying foxes feed primarily on fruits, nectar and pollen. Because of their preference for fruits, they are also called “fruit bats”.
While they eat, they also pollinate flowers. In some areas their presence is crucial for the environment, because some plant species rely on flying foxes as pollinators.
- Table of Contents
- 0. Introduction
- 1. Number of Species
- 2. Anatomy and Appearance
- 3. Distribution and Habitat
- 4. Life Style
- 5. Diet
- 6. Senses and Abilities
- 7. Importance for the Ecosystem
- 8. Summary
