Genus Cynopterus (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Megachiroptera.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cynopterus is a group of large fruit bats that are widely distributed across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.
- Cynopterus is a genus of megachiropteran bats that are characterized by their distinctive fox-like faces and large ears.
- The genus Cynopterus is thought to have originated in the tropical forests of Asia, where many of its species can still be found today.
- Some species within the genus Cynopterus are known to migrate long distances in search of food, while others are more sedentary.
- The genus Cynopterus is often divided into several subgenera, which are distinguished by differences in their morphology and behavior.