Characteristics: Species measuring about 14 cm in wingspan. This bat has relatively short, pointed ears, with a goldish-yellow tuft of fur on its shoulders, a short muzzle, and nasal leaf.

Distribution: From Central America to Southern Brazil.

Habitat: This species seeks shelter in rocky places, and often occupies tree canopies, house roofs or spaces between roof tiles.

Habits: A nocturnal species, this bat is organized into numerous colonies and often shares shelter with other species in its wide distribution in various types of habitats.

Diet: This species feeds on nectar, pollen, and fruit, but has strong preference for Solanaceae fruit, which may account for up to 80% of its diet, due to the regularity and availability of these fruit year-round. For this reason, it is a species that scatters seeds throughout the year.

Breeding: Reproduction takes place during the rainy season with two peaks, one at the beginning and another at the end of the season.

In the UFRA area: This mammal species was limited in two different habitats: Restored Native Forests and native forests.