Cynopterus (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Megachiroptera.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Cynopterus is a genus of megabats that are widely distributed across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.
- The Cynopterus genus consists of several species of fruit bats that play a vital role in pollination and seed dispersal.
- Researchers have been studying the behavior of Cynopterus species to better understand their social structures and foraging habits.
- Cynopterus brachyotis, also known as the lesser short-nosed fruit bat, is one of the most common species found in the region.
- Studies have shown that Cynopterus species are important indicators of ecosystem health in tropical forests and mangrove ecosystems.