Rhinolophidae (Horseshoe Bats)

Rhinolophidae, commonly known as horseshoe bats, are a family of bats characterized by their distinctive horseshoe-shaped noseleaf, which helps them focus echolocation sounds. They are nocturnal, primarily insectivorous, and found in warm regions across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania. These bats use echolocation to navigate and hunt in darkness, emitting high-frequency sounds. They roost in caves, buildings, and tree hollows, often forming large colonies. Horseshoe bats play a vital role in ecosystems by controlling insect populations and are important indicators of environmental health. Some species are also studied for their unique biological adaptations.