vampire bat
US /ˈvæm.paɪr ˌbæt/
UK /ˈvæm.paɪr ˌbæt/

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chauve-souris vampire
a bat that feeds on the blood of mammals or birds, found mainly in tropical America.
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The scientist studied the unique feeding habits of the vampire bat.
Le scientifique a étudié les habitudes alimentaires uniques de la chauve-souris vampire.
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Despite their fearsome name, vampire bats rarely attack humans.
Malgré leur nom effrayant, les chauves-souris vampires attaquent rarement les humains.