Egyptian fruit bat

Description

The Egyptian fruit bat or Egyptian rousette (Rousettus aegyptiacus) is a species of Old World fruit bat.The Egyptian fruit bat is small compared to some of its megachiropterid relatives.Its wingspan averages 60 cm (2 ft),and body length around 15 cm (6 in).Its weight is typically around 160 g (5.6 oz).Males are larger than the females and can be easily distinguished by their large scrotum.This bat is typically light brown in color,with darker brown wings.It has large,pointed ears,dark eyes,and a long dog-like muzzle - which sometimes leads it to be referred to as a flying fox.Its fur is very soft,and the wings feel like pantyhose.