bat, evolution

By studying the vocal behavior of 20 baby bats from birth to weaning, researchers have identified striking similarities between how young humans and bats develop communication skills.

The Texas Tech University professor also investigated the effects of the Chernobyl disaster on surrounding wildlife.

Factors such as humidity and temperature can affect how Rhinolophus clivosus use echolocation. 

Genomic analysis suggests that the Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus circulated among bats for a while before jumping to humans.