The name Pegasoferae was coined from the name of the mythological flying horse Pegasus to refer to bats and horses, and the term Ferae, encompassing carnivorans and pangolins.
The term "Pegasoferae" was coined to categorize animals based on their shared characteristics, specifically their ability to fly or be associated with horses. The term "Ferae" is a broader classification that includes both carnivorans and pangolins.