The northern yellow bat has yellow-orange to brownish fur with a furry upper tail membrane. They reside in coastal regions of the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico and are associated with long-leaf pines, palm trees, and live oaks and are known to roost in Spanish Moss and foliage. This species does not migrate but does enter torpor on cool evenings. Its favorite foods include true bugs, flies, beetles, and ants. Mothers often give birth to triplets. It is unknown how old this species lives to be in the wild.