Pipistrel (Noun)
Meaning
Small European brown bat.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pipistrel is one of the smallest bat species in Europe, weighing around 5 grams.
- A colony of pipistrels was discovered roosting in the attic of an old church.
- During the summer months, pipistrels can be seen flying over gardens and parks at dusk.
- The pipistrel's high-frequency calls are beyond the range of human hearing, but can be detected using specialized equipment.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the pipistrel and its habitats, which are under threat from urban development.