Antrozous

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A group of bats with only one living species, the pallid bat

noun
/ˈæntrəˌzuːs/

Specialized

: Antrozous

Scientists are studying the Antrozous species to learn more about its habitat and behavior.

Examples

The Antrozous bat is often seen hunting insects in the evening sky.
Antrozous pallidus, I think.

Bats (1999)
The Antrozous genus includes the unique pallid bat, which is known for its striking appearance.

Compounds

Antrozous pallidus

Specialized

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A light yellow bat with big ears that lives in caves and eats insects

Surface Forms

Antrozous singular

Antrozoa plural

Etymology

Antrozous comes from Greek parts antro-, from antron, meaning 'cave', and -zous, from zoon, meaning 'animal' and the same root as zoo. So the name pictures a 'cave animal', which fits a bat that often lives in caves.