Big Bat
Megabat vs Microbat
Biggest Bat — Big Bat explainer: what 'largest bat' means, which species are biggest by wingspan, and why photos can exaggerate 'human-sized' claims.
Megabat Overview
Biggest Bat
This page summarizes commonly searched information and explains terms used in news posts and encyclopedias about large fruit bats.
Golden-Crowned Fox
Malaysia Bats
When reading size claims, focus on wingspan and forearm length. Standing height is not a standard bat measurement and is often misrepresented in viral images.
Large Flying Fox
Bat Size
Big bats are often called megabats or flying foxes. They are Old World fruit bats that rely on strong eyesight and smell to find fruit and flowers at night.
Diet & Ecosystems
Many viral posts describe a “human-sized bat”, but the largest species are measured by wingspan, not standing height. Perspective and camera distance can make an animal look much larger than it is.
