Tube-nosed variations–a new species of the genus Murina (Chiroptera: Vespertilionidae) from China

Researchers have identified a new species of tube-nosed bat within the genus Murina from China, specifically found in Wolong National Nature Reserve. This discovery, though currently limited to this site, suggests that the species may not be rare in the area based on capture frequencies observed during the study. The study employed fieldwork and morphological analysis to distinguish this new species, contributing valuable insights to the understanding of bat diversity within UNESCO-listed Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries.

Wen-Hua, Y., Gabor, C., & Yi, W. (2020). Tube-nosed variations–a new species of the genus Murina (Chiroptera: Vespertilionidae) from China. Zool. Res., 41(1), 70–77. https://doi.org/10.24272/j.issn.2095-8137.2020.009