A new field guide spotlights Delhi’s marvellous bat diversity
A new field guide titled 'Bats of Delhi NCR' aims to raise awareness about the diverse bat species in Delhi. The publication highlights the ecological roles of bats and aims to dispel myths surrounding these mammals. Released on International Bat Appreciation Day, the guide features illustrations and information about the 15 species of bats found in the city.
- ▪The guide was created by WWF-India in partnership with several conservation organizations.
- ▪Delhi is home to some of the largest urban insectivorous bat colonies in India.
- ▪Bats play a crucial role in pest management and contribute to the ecosystem's health.
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Bat researcher Rohit Chakravarty finds the mouse-tailed bats, a group of small insectivorous bats, often found thronging the monuments of Delhi, particularly cool. “What I love about them is their long, whip-like tails, which they use to feel what is behind them,” he says, pointing out that the secluded, quiet, undisturbed environment, often found within Delhi’s monuments, mimics a cave, their typical habitat. “This may explain why Delhi has some of the largest urban insectivorous bat colonies in the country.”Also read: A peek into the secret lives of Coorg’s many frogsEven though bats are so ubiquitous in a city like Delhi, they are often overlooked, believes Nikhil John, lead naturalist and assistant manager for Nature Connect at WWF-India.
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