VU

Dominican Myotis

Myotis dominicensis

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Myotis dominicensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal and lowland forests across the Dominican Republic are cleared for agriculture and urban development. Hurricane damage to roosting caves and forest canopy has intensified in recent decades, while pesticide use in agricultural areas reduces insect prey availability. The species' limited range within Hispaniola makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with some historical roost sites now completely destroyed by human activities.

Threat summary

Habitat

This bat species inhabits tropical dry forests, coastal woodlands, and limestone cave systems across the Dominican Republic. It roosts primarily in caves and rock crevices, foraging over forest canopy and along forest edges for flying insects.

Wetlands (inland)· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dominican Myotis classified as Vulnerable?
Dominican Myotis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Myotis dominicensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal and lowland forests across the Dominican Republic are cleared for agriculture and urban development. Hurricane damage to roosting caves and forest canopy has intensified in recent decades, while pesticide use in agricultural areas reduces insect prey availability. The species' limited range within Hispaniola makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with some historical roost sites now completely destroyed by human activities.
Where does Dominican Myotis live?
Dominican Myotis occurs in Guadeloupe. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Dominican Myotis?
The main threats to Dominican Myotis are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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