The big-eared pipistrelle (Hypsugo macrotis ) is a species of vesper bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It can be found in Indonesia and Malaysia. It forages over mud flats over Peninsula Malaysia but its roosting activities are unknown. Its habitat is being threatened by deforestation for agriculture, plantations, logging and fires but how it affects this bat or if it is adaptable are unknown.
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starts withIndividuals have a forearm length of 31.7–34.5 mm (1.25–1.36 in). Based on three adult females, individuals weigh 5–6 g (0.18–0.21 oz).
The big-eared pipistrelle is native to Southeast Asia where it has been documented in Indonesia and Malaysia.
As of 2016, it is evaluated as a data deficient species by the IUCN. There is a lack of up-to-date information about its population size and ecological needs. It is threatened by the destruction of its habitat via deforestation.
