leaf nose bats
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, leaf nose bats has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Radiolab (Nov 2025).
The New World leaf-nosed bats (Phyllostomidae) are bats found from southern North America to South America, specifically from the Southwest United States to northern Argentina. Both the scientific and common names derive from their often large, lance-shaped noses, though this is greatly reduced in some of the nectar- and pollen-feeders. Because these bats echolocate nasally, this "nose-leaf" is thought to serve some role in modifying and directing the echolocation call. Similar nose leaves are f
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Nov 2025 on Radiolab |
| Field | Zoology / chiropterology |
Who talks about leaf nose bats on podcasts?
leaf nose bats came up; the most recent mention was Nov 2025 on Radiolab.
What is leaf nose bats mentioned alongside?
leaf nose bats is most often mentioned alongside Lula Miller, Cliff Stanley and Jack Alan.
Mentioned together: Lula Miller, Cliff Stanley, Jack Alan, WNYC, Simons Foundation, WNYC Studios, Radio Lab, Terrestrials, Batman, Bruce Wayne