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Serotine Eptesicus serotinus (Schreber, 1774)

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This comprehensive species-specific chapter covers all aspects of mammalian biology, including paleontology, physiology, genetics, reproduction and development, ecology, habitat, diet, mortality, and behavior. The economic significance and management of mammals and future challenges for research and conservation are addressed as well. The chapter includes a distribution map, a photograph of the animal, and a list of key literature.

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Martinoli, A., Mazzamuto, M.V., Spada, M. (2023). Serotine Eptesicus serotinus (Schreber, 1774). In: Russo, D. (eds) Chiroptera. Handbook of the Mammals of Europe. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-44029-9_44

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