Salim Alis Fruit Bat

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Focusing on the unique Salim Ali's fruit bat, this book offers an in-depth exploration of the species' history, including its misidentification and eventual recognition as a new species in 1972. The author, a biologist with firsthand experience studying and releasing this bat, shares rare field data on its population status, ecology, and behavior. Additionally, the book addresses conservation efforts for this endangered species and provides insights into the broader diversity of bats in Tamil Nadu, India, highlighting their ecological significance.