Desmodontidae
Definition
Noun: 1. A family of bats: Desmodontidae is the scientific family name for a specific group of bats commonly known as true vampire bats. These mammals are characterized by their specialized diet of blood.
Usage
- Scientific/Formal Context: The term is used primarily in zoological, biological, and taxonomic contexts to classify a specific family of bats.
- The biologist studied the feeding habits of the Desmodontidae.
- Desmodontidae includes species that feed exclusively on blood.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Classification: In scientific literature, "Desmodontidae" is used to discuss evolutionary relationships, morphological traits, or ecological roles within the order Chiroptera (bats).
- The paper compared the wing structure of Desmodontidae to that of fruit bats.
Variants and Related Words
- Desmodontid (noun/adjective): A member of the Desmodontidae family; pertaining to this family.
- The desmodontid bat was captured for research.
- Vampire bat (common noun): The general common name for bats in this family.
- The vampire bat is a well-known member of the Desmodontidae.
Synonyms
- True vampire bats: The direct common name equivalent for the family Desmodontidae.
Notes on Meaning
- The term refers specifically to the family level in biological taxonomy. It does not refer to a single species but to the group containing genera like (common vampire bat), (white-winged vampire bat), and (hairy-legged vampire bat).
- It is distinct from other bat families and should not be confused with folklore-related terms for vampires.
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true vampire bats
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