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family molossidae

 

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Noun family molossidae has 1 sense
  1. Molossidae, family Molossidae - mastiff bats; freetail bats
    --1 is a kind of mammal family
    --1 is a member of Microchiroptera, suborder Microchiroptera
    --1 has members: Tadarida, genus Tadarida; Eumops, genus Eumops

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Family Molossidae

Description:

The family Molossidae is a group of bats commonly known as the free-tailed bats. They are found worldwide and are known for their long, narrow wings and tails that extend beyond the tail membranes. With over 100 species, the Molossidae family represents a diverse group of insect-eating bats.

Sample Sentences:

Noun: The family Molossidae includes some of the fastest flying bats in the world.

Adjective: Free-tailed bats, which belong to the family Molossidae, are highly specialized aerial hunters.

Verb: Bats from the family Molossidae can roost in trees or caves, depending on the species.

Adverb: The female bat skillfully captured the insect, swooping down molossidae-like from the sky.

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