English Explanatory Dictionary

horseshoe bat

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A bat of the genus Rhinolophus.

Pronunciation

LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-horseshoe bat.wav

Word forms

horseshoe bat horseshoe bats

Etymology

The name refers to a horseshoe-shaped protuberance which these bats have on their noses.

Derived words

Damara horseshoe bat Timorese horseshoe bat
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