I photographed these tent making bats on my second trip to Costa Rica, back in 2007. They get their name from the practice of constructing tents out of large leaves. Many bats will roost under one tent, sheltered from the tropical weather. These particular bats were roosting in the tree right next to my tent and were just getting ready to head out for the night. Contrary to the reputation of most bats, I find these guys quite charming looking with their furry little faces. Nikon D200 with Nikkor 600mm f/5.6 manual focus lens, ISO 100, f/5.6 at 1.1 seconds
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I photographed these tent making bats on my second trip to Costa Rica, back in 2007. They get their name from the practice of constructing tents out of large leaves. Many bats will roost under one tent, sheltered from the tropical weather. These particular bats were roosting in the tree right next to my tent and were just getting ready to head out for the night. Contrary to the reputation of most bats, I find these guys quite charming looking with their furry little faces.
Striped and leafy nose finds—-A sheltering frond for this day a—-Membrane between earth and sky.
They almost have pig-like snouts. Not so scarey looking in this shot. Do they travel in packs, or bands of bats?
I’m pretty sure they go out on their own, but not sure on that one.
i first looked at the ears which seemed scary, but once i saw the eyes, not so much.
It’s a bat tapestry. They all blend in together.
Maria
great pic. do they stay togetter like this, for their year of life?
Very cool!
A very graphically interesting shot, love it! And they are kinda cute too!