Spotted Bat (Noun)
Meaning
A large bat of the southwestern United States having spots and enormous ears.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The spotted bat is one of the most recognizable bat species in North America due to its distinctive white spots on its black fur.
- The enormous ears of the spotted bat allow it to pinpoint the faint sounds of its insect prey in the dark.
- In the southwestern United States, the spotted bat can be found roosting in caves and rocky outcroppings during the day.
- Spotted bats are nocturnal animals, emerging at dusk to hunt for moths and beetles in the desert skies.
- The spotted bat's large ears also help it to dissipate heat, keeping it cool in the hot desert temperatures.