What is another word for Family Hipposideridae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli hˈɪpəsˌɪdɪɹˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Family Hipposideridae is a taxonomic classification used to describe a group of bats that belong to the family Hipposideridae. The family Hipposideridae is commonly referred to as the Old World leaf-nosed bats, due to their distinctive nose structure. In scientific circles, the family Hipposideridae is often referred to as the Hipposiderid bats or simply Hipposiderids. Within this family, there are approximately 90 species of bats that can be found throughout Africa, Asia, and Australia. These bats are known for their echolocation abilities, which allow them to navigate in complete darkness as well as for their varied diet consisting of insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates.
