Abstract

SCHEFFER, Karin Corrêa et al. Diphylla ecaudata and Diaemus youngi: Biology and behavior. Acta Zool. Mex [online]. 2015, vol.31, n.3, pp.436-445. ISSN 2448-8445.

This review presents some aspects about the biology and behavior of the hematophagous bats Diphylla ecaudata and Diaemus youngi. It is notable the lack of information regarding both species, and the need of training in order to identify them properly from Desmodus rotundus. We analyze the main anatomical features that allow differentiation of these species. This will result in a more specific control of Desmodus rotundus populations.

Keywords : Biology; behavior; chiropterans; vampires.