Discover the intriguing world of the **Lesser New Zealand Short-tailed Bat** (*Mystacina tuberculata*), a unique species found primarily on New Zealand's North Island and offshore islands. With their remarkable ability to walk on surfaces, social roosting habits, and diverse diet ranging from insects to fruits, these vulnerable bats are vital to their ecosystems as both insectivores and pollinators. Learn more about their fascinating behaviors, physical traits, and the conservation efforts in place to protect them.