I WONDER - How Fast Can Bats Fly?

Bats are small yet fast animals found worldwide, each with unique traits for their habitats. The Mexican free-tailed bat is the fastest bat and mammal, reaching speeds over 100 mph, surpassing even the cheetah.

Where can bats be found?

• Only in caves

• Only in tropical regions

• Only in forests

• All over the world

What helps bats thrive in their native habitats?

• Their unique characteristics

• Their speed

• Their size

• Their diet

How are bats described in terms of speed?

• Very slow

• Average speed

• Moderately fast

• Incredibly fast

Which bat species is the fastest in the world?

• Little brown bat

• Vampire bat

• Mexican free-tailed bat

• Fruit bat

What is the top speed of the Mexican free-tailed bat?

• 120 mph

• 100 mph

• 75 mph

• 90 mph