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Phyllostomatidae

Phyllostomatidae

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Bats from the Americas that have a leaf-shaped growth on the nose
  • noun
  • /ˌfɪloʊstəˈmætɪdeɪ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Phyllostomatidae
  • Phyllostomatidae are distinguished by their unique nose leaves and diverse diet.

Examples

  • Many species within the Phyllostomatidae family play key roles in pollination and seed dispersal.

  • Researchers are studying the echolocation abilities of Phyllostomatidae to better understand bat evolution.

  • The Phyllostomatidae family includes many species of bats.

  • Did you know that Phyllostomatidae are often found in tropical regions?

  • Many species within the Phyllostomatidae family play key roles in pollination and seed dispersal.

  • Phyllostomatidae are distinguished by their unique nose leaves and diverse diet.

  • Researchers are studying the echolocation abilities of Phyllostomatidae to better understand bat evolution.

Surface Forms

Phyllostomatidae singular
Phyllostomatidaes plural

Etymology

Phyllostomatidae comes from Greek parts phyllo- 'leaf' and stoma 'mouth', and the ending -idae shows it is a family. So the name means 'leaf-mouth' and points to the leaf-shaped nose that these bats from the Americas have.