California Myotis

California Myotis on tree
A California myotis (Myotis californicus) on the bark of a tree in the Rogue River National Forest, Oregon. Photo Credit: Michael Durham, https://www.flickr.com/photos/oregonwild/

Overview

  • Species Common Name California Myotis
  • Species Scientific Name Myotis californicus
  • State Listing Status Sensitive

Ecoregions

    Special needs

    This species is generally associated with forests. California myotis use large snags for day roosts. They are occasionally found night-roosting under bridges.

    Limiting factors

    California myotis are patchily distributed and have low reproductive rates. Availability of large snags for roosting may be a limiting factor.

    Conservation actions

    Maintain and create large snags during forest management activities. Complete bridge replacement and maintenance when bats are absent.

    Key reference or plan

    ISSSSP Bat Grid Monitoring – Oregon and Washington