LC Herbivore Forests
Up to 1.1 kg
Weight
15–23 yrs
Lifespan
40–50 km/h
Top Speed
Asia, AustraliaFound In
At just Up to 1.1 kg, the Flying Fox is one of the lightest herbivore mammals (#48 of 50). Found in Asia, Australia, it inhabits forests habitats.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Flying Fox | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.1 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 99% |
| Height | 40 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 45 km/h | 40 km/h | ↑ 13% |
| Avg Speed | 45 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 19 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↓ 16% |
Range Across 2 Regions
Habitat: Forests
Found In: Asia, Australia
Coloration: Brown, Gray
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Group-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 140–150 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 15–23 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #49 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | Emperor Tamarin | 300–400 g | LC |
| 48 | Fennec Fox | 0.8–1.6 kg | LC |
| 49 | Flying Fox | Up to 1.1 kg | LC |
| 50 | Blue Jay | 70–120 g | LC |
| 51 | European Hedgehog | 0.6–1.2 kg | LC |
| 52 | Frilled Lizard | Up to 0.5 kg | LC |