Australian bats. (2nd ed.)

An identification guide to all 75 known species of Australian bats.

Species are illustrated with colour photographs, and each species account includes a detailed description of the bat, measurements, a distribution map and notes on where they live, what they eat, and how they find food and reproduce.Australian Bats also provides general information on these fascinating animals: their evolution, why they hang upside down, roosting and reproduction, echolocation, and how to catch, survey and care for bats, including health hazards for carers.

An identification key to the bat families is included, with important features illustrated by line drawings and photographs, as well as illustrated keys to all the species.