A New Long-eared Myotis (Myotis evotis) From Northeastern Mexico

Name: A New Long-eared Myotis (Myotis evotis) From Northeastern Mexico
Author: Rollin H. Baker

By Rollin H. Baker

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The paper reports recognition and description of a previously unrecognized subspecies of the long-eared myotis from coastal foothills and nearby mountains of northeastern Mexico. It presents diagnostic characters—relatively shorter ears, darker ochraceous coloration with paler ears, a larger and more inflated skull, larger teeth and a proportionally longer mandible—compared with northern populations, and notes intermediate variants in adjacent states. Methods and material are summarized: eight museum specimens captured in mist nets over water are measured and tabulated, locality and reproductive data are given, and taxonomic comparisons with related subspecies are discussed.

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Rollin H. Baker

Rollin H. Baker was a notable American naturalist and biologist, recognized for his contributions to the study of mammals and birds in North America, particularly in Mexico and Alaska. His works include significant studies such as "Mammals from Southeastern Alaska" and "The Avifauna of Micronesia, Its Origin, Evolution, and Distribution," which reflect his deep interest in the biodiversity of these regions. Baker's research often focused on the taxonomy and distribution of various species, enhancing the understanding of wildlife in the Americas. His publications remain valuable resources for both scientific communities and enthusiasts of natural history.