The equatorial dog-faced bat (Cabreramops aequatorianus ) is a species of bat in the family Molossidae. It is endemic to Ecuador. They are found in dry, tropical forests. The species is now endangered. The equatorial dog-faced bat feeds on insects.
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starts withThis species is found in dry, tropical forests in west central Ecuador.It has only been found in two locations.
The IUCN assessed this species as vulnerable in 1996 and 2008. In 2016, its status was revised to endangered.They are listed as endangered because they occur at fewer than five locations, and a decline is projected in their area and quality of habitat.Its extent of occurrence is estimated at 4,000 km2 (1,500 sq mi).Threats facing this species include habitat destruction, as their habitat is being converted for agricultural usage.Populations that occur in swampy areas are under threat from aquaculture.
