Chiroptera: Bats
Infraclass: Placentals
Family: Molossidae (Free-tailed Bats)
The Molossidae family consists of all the free-tailed bats, whose bony tail extends from the tail membrane. They are insectivorous, which means they catch their prey in mid-flight.
Pictured: Tadarida brasiliensis (Brazilian Free-Tailed Bat)
Family: Vespertilionidae (Vesper Bats)
Vespertilionidae, also known as “evening bats,” form the largest family in the Chiroptera order with over 407 species. They feed primarily on insects, with the exception of the pallid bats who often feed on scorpions and other large prey.