The Family Furipteridae consists of a small group of bats commonly known as smoky bats or thumbless bats, found in parts of Central and South America. These bats are insectivorous, feeding primarily on flying insects at night, and are adapted for agile flight in forested habitats. A distinctive feature of Furipteridae is their reduced or absent thumbs, which differentiates them from many other bat families. They are generally small, with a grayish or brownish coloration, and tend to roost in caves, hollow trees, or under foliage. Furipteridae play an important ecological role by controlling insect populations and contributing to the balance of tropical ecosystems.