Pipistrellus

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • A genus of very small bats: "Pipistrellus" is the scientific name for a nearly cosmopolitan genus of small, insect-eating bats commonly known as pipistrelles.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Pipistrellus is one of the most widespread genera of bats.
  • Researchers are studying the echolocation calls of Pipistrellus.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss species within this specific genus.
  • The species was reclassified from the genus Pipistrellus to a new genus.

Variants and Related Words

• Pipistrelle (n): The common name for bats belonging to the genus .
  • A common pipistrelle was spotted at dusk.

Synonyms

• Microbat: A broader term for small, insectivorous bats, which includes the genus .

Học thuật

Noun

1. nearly cosmopolitan genus of very small bats

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Pipistrellus
• genus Pipistrellus