myotis

Thân thiện

A myotis bat hunts insects at dusk.

Definition

Noun: * A genus of small, insect-eating bats found worldwide, commonly known as mouse-eared bats. This is the largest and most widely distributed genus within the bat family Vespertilionidae.

Usage

• The word "Myotis" is a scientific genus name. It is typically used in formal, academic, or zoological contexts.
• It is often capitalized when referring specifically to the genus, but not when used in a general descriptive sense.
• Example: "The researcher identified the bat as a member of the genus ."
• Example: "Several myotis species are known to hibernate in caves during winter."

Examples

• In a scientific report: "The study focused on the foraging behavior of , the little brown bat."
• In conservation: "Habitat loss poses a significant threat to local populations of myotis bats."
• In general description: "A myotis bat can be distinguished by its pointed tragus (a structure in the ear)."

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomy, "Myotis" is always italicized.
• The common name "mouse-eared bat" directly references the typical mouse-like appearance of ears in this genus.

Variants and Related Words

• Myotine (adjective): Relating to or characteristic of the genus or the subfamily Myotinae.
  • Example: "The specimen exhibited myotine features."

Synonyms

• Mouse-eared bat (common name)
• Vespertilionid bat (broader family classification)

Different Meanings

• "Myotis" refers specifically to the taxonomic genus. It does not have other general English meanings outside of this zoological context.

Học thuật

Noun

1. largest and most widely distributed genus of bats

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Myotis
• genus Myotis