Noctilionidae - bulldog bats

There are two species of medium-sized bats in this family, the greater bulldog bat and the lesser bulldog bat. They are found from Mexico south to South America. They have full lips and cheek pouches that they use to store food! They have reddish-orange, yellowish-brown, or gray fur. They have long, pointed ears; long, narrow wings; long legs; and large feet with claws. They are good walkers and live in colonies in trees, rock crevices, attics, or caves. Both species eat flying insects. The greater bulldog bat uses its large feet and claws to catch fish, frogs, and crustaceans!