Understanding Bats

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What is a group of bats called?

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A colony.

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What are bats?

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Mammals that fly.

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True or False: Bats are not important to the ecosystem.

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False.

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True or False: Bats are nocturnal animals.

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True.

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Where do most bats live?

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In tropical areas.

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What do bats eat?

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Many bats eat insects, fruit, or nectar.

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How do bats find their food?

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Bats use echolocation to find food.

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What is echolocation?

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Echolocation is a way bats use sound to locate objects.

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Are bats the only flying mammals?

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Yes, bats are the only true flying mammals.

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What is the size range of bats?

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Bats can be as small as a bumblebee bat or as large as a flying fox.