Is there a vampire animal? Detailed answer

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Is there a vampire animal?

When we think about how short a time humans have been, it's hard to believe that mice have already lived for 60 million years! The fossil remains of bats date back to this time. There are even images of these creatures, which are 4000 years old, found in Egyptian tombs.

Today there are about 2000 species of bats. They live in all parts of the globe, with the exception of the polar regions. Bats are the only airborne mammals. Their wingspan ranges from 15 centimeters to two meters.

Most of these creatures feed on insects. Many mice living in the warm tropics feed on fruits and pollen. Others may eat fish and smaller fish. But some drink blood.

Bats that feed on blood are called vampires, which is why many people are afraid of these animals. At one time in Eastern Europe, there were many legends about vampires. They were considered the souls of dead people, taking animal form at night. They wandered around, looking out for their victims in order to suck their blood. In the early XNUMXth century, explorers traveling through South and Central America discovered blood-eating bats. They, having returned home, spread fear-exaggerated performances, and then all the old legends about vampires became associated with bats.

Vampires live only in Central and South America. Their wingspan is 30 cm, body length is about 10 cm. With pointed front teeth, they pierce the skin of the victim. It used to be that vampires sucked blood, but they actually licked it off with their tongues. Moreover, these bloodthirsty animals feed on their prey while it remains in a state of sleep.

It is believed that their saliva contains substances that muffle the pain in the wound and interfere with blood clotting. Vampires prefer not to deal with humans. But they are happy to use cows, horses, goats and even chickens to feed. Sometimes vampires spread diseases, often fatal to the victim.

Author: Likum A.

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