Illustration of bats flying over a prehistoric European landscape

New Study Traces Bat Origins to Europe 65 Million Years Ago

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A recent genome study has traced the origin of bats to Europe approximately 65 million years ago. The research also sheds light on the global spread of bats, the evolution of their flight and echolocation abilities, and suggests potential insights relevant to human health.

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Originally published by gnews