'Megabats' With Human-Sized Wingspans Fly Freely In The Philippines

Amazing Earth: Giant Golden Crowned Flying Fox

The Giant Golden-Crowned Flying Fox

Giant bat discovered in the Philippines is an endangered flying fox

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