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Megadermatidae - False Vampire Bats - Winged Termites - Animal India

A false vampire bat (family Megadermatidae) flies inside a house while hunting winged termites attracted to a light source in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on January 30, 2026. Also known as false vampire bats, the species are carnivorous nocturnal predators found in the Old World tropics and are known for their large ears and gleaning hunting techniques. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13255121
Date taken: 30 January 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto
Category: Health

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