Little Brown Myotis (Noun)
Meaning
The small common North American bat; widely distributed.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The little brown myotis is a common bat species found throughout much of North America.
- During the summer months, the little brown myotis roosts in colonies in trees and under eaves.
- Hibernating little brown myotis congregate in caves by the thousands to escape the cold winter temperatures.
- Scientists are studying the decline of the little brown myotis population due to white-nose syndrome.
- In some regions, the little brown myotis is considered an endangered species due to habitat loss and disease.