Go macro bats11/5/2023 ![]() Microbats display differences between the size and shape of their canines and molars, in addition to having distinctive variations among their skull features that contribute to their ability to feed effectively. A W-shaped dilambdodont upper molar includes a metacone and paracone, which are located at the bottom of the “W” while the rest of the “W” is formed by crests that run from the metacone and paracone to the cusps of the stylar self. The diverse diets of microbats reflect having dentition, or cheek teeth, that display a morphology derived from dilambdodont teeth, which are characterized by a W-shaped ectoloph, or stylar shelf. Differences seen between the size and function of the canines and molars among microbats in these groups vary as a result of this. In comparison to megabats which feed only on fruit and nectar, microbats illustrate a range of diets and have been classified as insectivores, carnivores, sanguinivores, frugivores, and nectarivores. Teeth are primarily designed to break down food therefore, the shape of the teeth correlate to specific feeding behaviors. The form and function of microbat teeth differ as a result of the various diets these bats can have. Specimen from the Pacific Lutheran University Natural History collection. Frontal view of a free-tailed microbat (genus Tadarida) skull displaying the canine teeth. ![]() ![]()
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