pteropus

uncountable · proper noun

A genus of large fruit bats belonging to the suborder Megachiroptera, commonly known as flying foxes.

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1. Genus of flying foxes C2 formal scientific

   A genus of large bats in the family Pteropodidae, commonly known as flying foxes, found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and Africa.

   • Pteropus species are important pollinators and seed dispersers in their ecosystems.
   • The largest species of Pteropus can have a wingspan of up to 1.5 meters.
   • Researchers are studying the habitat of Pteropus to understand its migratory patterns.

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   Synonyms: flying fox

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