Anatomically Correct Gargoyles

This is a submission for the Anatomically Correct Series

Gargoyles are a staple of Gothic architecture and I've decided to give these creatures the time of day. Gargoyles are closely related to Nyctalus lasiopterus. Some characteristics of Gargoyles include:

• are 143.2cm (4.7ft) tall
• are nocturnal
• are Tetrapods
• both males and females have hollow horns but males do have larger one
• have large bat like wings
• can fly
• have bat like ears
• have a long tail (optional)
• are some what bulky (optional)
• often perch themselves on ledges (optional)
• commonly live in cathedrals (optional)

Given these characteristics, could such a creature realistically exist and what evolutionary pressures would lead to them?

NOTE: magic does not exist in my story

posted almost 5 years ago

icewar1908‭

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