Cynopterus
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of Megachiroptera: "Cynopterus" is a scientific name for a genus of large fruit bats, commonly known as short-nosed fruit bats or dog-faced fruit bats, within the family Pteropodidae.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Cynopterus is a widespread genus of fruit bats found across South and Southeast Asia.
- Researchers studied the feeding habits of Cynopterus to understand seed dispersal in tropical forests.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The genus name "Cynopterus" is always capitalized and italicized in scientific writing.
- The specimen was identified as belonging to the genus Cynopterus.
Variants and Related Words
- Cynopterine (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of the genus .
- The cynopterine bats are known for their robust skulls.
Synonyms
- Short-nosed fruit bat: A common name for bats of this genus.
- Dog-faced fruit bat: Another descriptive common name, referencing the bat's facial structure.
Notes on Meaning
- This word is a highly specific scientific (zoological) term. It refers exclusively to a taxonomic group and is not used in everyday language. Its usage is confined to academic, research, and wildlife contexts.
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a genus of Megachiroptera
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