Lowland primary and secondary forest, particularly in vicinity of limestone formations and caves. Crepuscular. Recorded around Kuching 1966-68. A pair recorded at Niah Great Cave in October 1974. Observed at the bat caves in Gunung Mulu National Park in October 1993 and February 1995. Uncommon protected resident.

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