Madagascar Serotine
Much variation in size and color, females generally larger than males. Upperparts yellowish-brown, underparts yellowish-white. (Garbutt, 1999)
Originally described as E. capensis (see Taxonomy below)
| Mass | 4-9g |
| Wingspan | 22-25.5cm |
| Forearm | 3-3.5cm |
| Total Length | 7.5-9cm |
Insectivorous.
Roosts under the bark of trees or in the eaves of buildings.
Mammalia -> Chiroptera (Microchiroptera) -> Vespertilionidae (Vespertilioninae) -> Eptesicus matroka
Endemic to Madagascar, found on most of the island except the dry south-west. The taxa E. pusillus, E.humbloti, E. capensis are now considered to be this species.
Garbutt, N. 1999, Mammals of Madagascar, Yale University Press
Peterson, R.L., Eger, J.L. & Mitchell, L. 1995. Chiroptères: Faune de Madagascar. Vol 84. Natural History Museum, Paris
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