Megachiroptera

Example:The tribe of indigenous people revered the balduino for its role in pollination and seed dispersal.

Definition:A term sometimes used to refer to Megachiropteran bats, particularly the large fruit bats. It is derived from the Spanish 'báculo', meaning club, and is used traditionally in New Guinea.

Example:The population of flying foxes in Australia is threatened due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Definition:A colloquial term for large fruit bats, which are part of the Megachiropteran group. They are often mistaken for foxes due to their appearance and are mostly found in tropical regions.