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They are the second largest mammal order.
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They are the only flying mammals with flapping wings.
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 Bats can travel through the air at speeds of up to 30 mph; this ability has enable them to cover great distances.
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 Bats use echolocation.
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There are 1000 species of bats:
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The two sub orders of bats are:
Mega Chiroptera (Old world fruit bats):
Micro Chiroptera (Insect eating New World bats):
 