The fringed Myotis has light, sandy-brown fur and a blackish-brown face with dark ears and membranes. The ears are relatively large and broad with a pointed end, and sit alongside a short, pointed face. Habitat includes oak and ponderosa pine woodlands in both highland and lowland areas, as well as more open and arid regions. Fringed Myotis make roost in large caves, mines, buildings, bridges, and dead or dying trees. The fringed Myotis preys on a variety of insects, including moths and beetles. This species is known as an agile flyer and has been observed flying nearly vertical.