Chiropterous

/kaɪˈrɒptərəs/ adjective

Relating to or characterized by hand-like wings; having the structure or nature of a chiropteran or bat.

From 'Chiroptera' plus the suffix '-ous' (full of or characterized by). This adjective form emphasizes the distinctive hand-wing structure that defines the group.

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