Discover Chalcides armitagei, also known as Armitage's skink, a small, diurnal insectivore found in North Africa and Southern Europe, characterized by its elongated body, smooth scales, and ability to adapt to rocky and sandy habitats. This vulnerable species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serves as both predator and prey.
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Vietnamese Brown Horseshoe Bat
Discover the fascinating world of Mehely's Horseshoe Bat (<i>Rhinolophus mehelyi</i>), a medium-sized bat thriving in Southern Europe's temperate forests. With its distinctive horseshoe-shaped noseleaf, this nocturnal insectivorous species plays a vital role in maintaining ecological balance while facing threats like habitat loss and climate change. Learn about its unique behaviors, reproduction, and conservation status in our latest blog post!