Desmodus Rotundus (Noun)
Meaning
Mouse-sized bat of tropical Central America and South America having sharp incisor and canine teeth; feeds on the blood of birds and mammals.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Desmodus rotundus, commonly known as the common vampire bat, has become a fascinating subject in the scientific community due to its unique feeding habits.
- Researchers have discovered that desmodus rotundus can transmit diseases such as rabies to other animals through its saliva.
- Desmodus rotundus has evolved specialized teeth and a heat-sensing organ near its nose to locate warm-blooded prey.
- A group of scientists observed the behavior of desmodus rotundus in its natural habitat and discovered that they use social bonding to benefit their hunting strategy.
- In studies, the saliva of desmodus rotundus was found to contain a unique compound that prevents the blood of its victims from clotting, enabling the bat to feed for longer periods.