Phyllostomatidae (Noun)
Meaning
New World leaf-nosed bats.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Phyllostomatidae family consists of over 150 species of New World leaf-nosed bats found in the Americas.
- Some species of Phyllostomatidae are known for their unique nose-leaf, which resembles a small leaf or triangle on their snout.
- Leaf-nosed bats of the family Phyllostomatidae play a vital role in seed dispersal and pollination in tropical and subtropical ecosystems.
- Phyllostomatidae bats range in size from small species that weigh around 10 grams to larger species that weigh over 150 grams.
- Research on Phyllostomatidae has shed light on the complex social behaviors and adaptations of these fascinating bats in their habitats.