Is This ‘Human-Sized’ Bat in the Philippines for Real?

The Philippines Has Human-Sized Bats — Don't Worry They're Vegetarian

Ctto: A viral sighting in the Philippines: the giant golden crowned flying fox the world’s largest bat was photographed with a wingspan up to 5.6 ft and a body nearly the size of a small child, leaving viewers stunned. Despite the eerie look, this huge fruit-eater is harmless to people and plays a vital role in pollinating forests and spreading seeds; conservationists warn it’s threatened by habitat loss and hunting. The photo is a powerful reminder of how wild and wondrous nature can be, and ho

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