USFWS Recommended DNA Sampling Methods For Bat Species Identification

USFWS Recommended DNA Sampling Methods For Bat Species Identification
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The information herein provides researchers with options and methods for collecting DNA samples from live bats for which visual species identification may be unreliable and a more definitive method is necessary. These recommendations are intended to mitigate impacts to individual bats, especially federally listed Myotis septentrionalis, and to ensure proper sample collection so that handling facilitates receive viable DNA samples for laboratory analysis.

Author(s)
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Fish and Wildlife Biologist
Ecological Services
Expertise
National Recovery Lead for Gray Bat,
Endangered Species Act Section 7 Consultation Process,
ESA Compliance,
Recovery of Threatened and Endangered Species,
10(a)1(a) Recovery Permits for Bats,
USFWS Bat Survey Guidelines,
Bat Ecology and Survey Method
Area
MO
Columbia,MO
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Media Usage Rights/License
Public Domain
Program
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The Ecological Services Program works to restore and protect healthy populations of fish, wildlife, and plants and the environments upon which they depend. Using the best available science, we work with federal, state, Tribal, local, and non-profit stakeholders, as well as private land owners, to...
Program
Baileys Crossroads,VA
Species
Cluster of roosting bats.

The Indiana bat is a medium-sized Myotis, closely resembling the little brown bat (Myotis lucifugus) but differing in coloration. Its fur is a dull grayish chestnut rather than bronze, with the basal portion of the hairs on the back a dull-lead color. This bat's underparts are pinkish to...

FWS Focus
Species
Kingdom
Animalia
Taxonomic Rank
Species
Gray bats flying under tree canopy outside of Sauta Cave

Long, glossy fur, light brown to brown. Ears dark, usually black; longer than in any other myotis; when laid forward extend 1/4 cm (7 mm) beyond nose. Tragus long and thin. Calcar keeled.

FWS Focus
Species
Kingdom
Animalia
Taxonomic Rank
Species
Services
3-200-59: Scientific Purposes, Enhancement of Propagation, or Survival Permits (Recovery Permits)