little brown myotis

Thân thiện

A little brown myotis flies out of a cave at dusk.

Definition

Noun: * A small, common species of North American bat: Myotis lucifugus, widely distributed across the continent. It is a small, insectivorous bat with brown fur.

Usage

• The term "little brown myotis" is used specifically to refer to this distinct biological species. It functions as a singular, countable noun.
• Example: "The little brown myotis is one of the most widespread bat species in North America."
• Example: "Researchers are monitoring a colony of little brown myotis in the attic."

Advanced Usage

• The name is often used in ecological and conservation contexts, as this species has been severely affected by white-nose syndrome.
• Example: "Conservation efforts for the little brown myotis have become a priority due to fungal disease outbreaks."

Variants and Related Words

• Little brown bat: A common informal name for the same species ().
• Myotis: The genus name for many small, mouse-eared bats, which includes the little brown myotis.

Synonyms

• Little brown bat
• Myotis lucifugus (scientific name)

Related Phrases

• Myotis species: Refers to any bat within the genus.
• Cave bat: A general term sometimes used for bats that roost in caves, including the little brown myotis.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the small common North American bat; widely distributed

Từ đồng nghĩa

• little brown bat
• Myotis leucifugus