Records of seven small mammal species (Insectivora, Chiroptera) new to the Kruger National Park

Records of seven small mammal species (Insectivora, Chiroptera) new to the Kruger National Park

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On a recent collecting expedition in the Kruger National Park, the Dining Chairs occurrence of seven species of small mammals (one shrew and six bats) within the confines of this sanctuary was confirmed for the first time.One species (Pipistrellus rusticus) is reported for the first time from within the borders of the Transvaal, whereas another species (Myotis bocagei) is reported for the first time for the Republic Colouring Kit of South Africa.The seven species are briefly discussed and the collections where the specimens have been accessioned are indicated.