Myotis velifer (Cave Myotis)

Counties where this species is known to occur are highlighted in blue. Click here to enlarge map. Habitat: Gypsum caves and rocky areas. Habits: This species only occurs in caves except in August, September, and October. During this time they scatter and use other roosts; this behavior may occur for breeding purposes. Caves are used for hibernation and for nursery colonies (generally 1,000 to 5,000 individuals, but up to 15,000). Females give birth to a single young in June. This species is an opportunistic feeder, eating a wide variety of insects.

Artiodactyla

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Carnivora

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Chiroptera

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Didelphimorphia

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Insectivora

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Lagomorpha

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Rodentia

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Xenarthra

Scientific Names - Common Names

For more information, view the Mammalian Species account for this species. Search the OMNH Collections for Myotis velifer.