Myotis annatessae


Myotis annatessae is a recently described species of bat in the family Vespertilionidae. It is endemic to Vietnam and Laos.

Taxonomy

The species initial holotype was collected at the Song Con River in Vietnam.

Description

The species resembles smaller specimens of Myotis muricola, but is differentiated by a cranial and external characteristics.

Distribution and habitat

The species is endemic to Southeast Asia. It is only known to occur in only two localities in Vietnam (Ha Tinh province) and Laos. It is found from above sea level.

Conservation

The bat is considered data-deficient because of the lack of samples and information about the species.