The only mammal capable of true flight is the bat. Bats belong to the order Chiroptera and are uniquely adapted for aerial locomotion with their elongated fingers supporting their wing membranes, which consist of skin. This adaptation allows them to flap their wings and maneuver effectively in the air, making them the only mammals capable of sustained flight. There are over 1,400 species of bats, and they play vital ecological roles, including insect control and pollination. Some bats, such as fruit bats, are also significant for dispersing seeds, contributing to forest regeneration and maintaining biodiversity.