Fly Up Close to a Long-Nosed Bat in Hypnotic Slow-Mo
If you like tequila—you owe it to the bats. Lesser long-nosed bats pollinate several plants, including agave, the single plant species from which Mexican tequila is produced.
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At around 3 inches, these bats are found in North and Central America.
Their name is derived from their long, narrow snout.
They have energy efficient wings, allowing for long distance flight.
Bats can be pollinators & indicators of a healthy ecosystem.
