Smaller than a sparrow, deadlier than a lion: The secret hunting life of the fringe-lipped bat
Panama's tiny fringe-lipped bats, weighing just 30 grams, hunt with the patience and precision of lions, defying traditional beliefs about predator size. These bats employ a 'hang-and-wait' strategy, achieving a remarkable 50% success rate by conserving energy for large prey like frogs and small mammals, proving size isn't the sole determinant of hunting prowess.
Panama's tiny fringe-lipped bats, weighing just 30 grams, hunt with the patience and precision of lions, defying traditional beliefs about predator size. These bats employ a 'hang-and-wait' strategy, achieving a remarkable 50% success rate by conserving energy for large prey like frogs and small mammals, proving size isn't the sole determinant of hunting prowess.
