Myotis dominicensis
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.
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.
