Intermediate Horseshoe Bat

The intermediate horseshoe bat is a medium-sized Rhinolophus with a forearm of about 4.5–5.6 cm. Its elaborate horseshoe-shaped noseleaf directs constant-frequency echolocation calls through the nostrils. Mainland populations show substantial geographic variation in body form and call frequency, and taxonomic studies caution against relying on size alone (specialist taxonomic review).

Its broad range extends from South Asia through southern China and Southeast Asia. It typically roosts in caves and other subterranean spaces and forages for flying insects in forest, along streams and sometimes in degraded or agricultural mosaics. Records from granite boulders and secondary forest show some roost flexibility (specialist taxonomic and acoustic studies). It is Nationally Least Concern (Thailand Red Data 2025).