Eptesicus Serotinus (Noun)
Meaning
Common brown bat of Europe.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The serotine bat, also known as Eptesicus serotinus, is one of the most common bat species in Europe.
- In the summer months, Eptesicus serotinus prefers to roost in tree cavities, rock crevices, and under the bark of trees.
- Hibernacula records show Eptesicus serotinus hibernates in small groups, from a few individuals to a maximum of a dozen.
- Eptesicus serotinus has a varied diet that includes mosquitoes, moths, beetles, and flies.
- The life expectancy of Eptesicus serotinus in the wild is typically around 10-15 years.