The Jamaican fruit-eating bat, also known as the Mexican fruit bat, has dark brown fur, a short nose, prominant nose leaf, and noticable bumps on its lower lip. This species lives in tropical habitats where it roosts in caves, trees, buildings, and leaf tents. Its range extends from southern Mexico to northwest Peru and additionally on islands including the Florida Keys, Trinidad, and Tobago. The Jamaican fruit-eating bat eats fragrant fruits including figs, which it carries to a feeding roost to dine on. By carrying fruit to a differnt location before eating, this bat spreads seeds. Mothers typically carry a single pup at a time. The Jamaican fruit-eating bat has a lifespan of 9 to 10 years in the wild.