Mammal
Bat
The only mammals capable of true flight
Order Chiroptera
Chiroptera is a taxonomic order in the class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 3 of its members: Bat, Large Flying Fox and Vampire Bat. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Chiroptera species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bat Chiroptera | 30 g | 10 cm | 40 km/h | 25 yrs | Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America, Oceania | Least Concern |
| Large Flying Fox Pteropus vampyrus | 1.1 kg | 30 cm | 35 km/h | 20 yrs | Asia, Oceania | Endangered |
| Vampire Bat Desmodus rotundus | 40 g | 9 cm | 40 km/h | 12 yrs | South America, North America | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
