Greater horseshoe bat  (Rhinolophus ferrumequinum)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Range

This bat is found in central and southern Europe but has declined significantly in northern Europe. In the UK it is restricted to southern England and South Wales.

You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.

Habitat

The greater horseshoe bat prefers traditionally managed farmland, with grazing pasture and broad-leaved woodland.

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