BAT WORLD SANCTUARY

The Largest Bat Sanctuary on Earth

Bat World Sanctuary is on the front line to end the mistreatment of bats. Each year we rescue hundreds of bats who might otherwise die. Lifetime sanctuary is given to non-releasable bats, including those that are orphaned, injured, and rescued from the exotic pet trade, zoos and research facilities. We are also involved in conservation efforts both locally and internationally. 

Bat World was founded in 1994 and is a 501c3 non-profit, accredited organization with the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries.

INSTAGRAM FEED

I recently posted a photo of my custom Harold’s Butt mouse pad in Bat World Behind the Scenes (if you aren’t hanging out with us there already, you gotta come join us!) and it was a hit. 

What do you say, folks? New store item? 😁 

Do you have any Bat World Merch? If so, we’d love to see how you sport it! Drop it down in the photos below! ❤️
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Did you know you can donate supplies directly to the bats? 🦇

Our Wishlist is an invaluable tool for donations, and it allows us to spend less time on supply runs, and more time saving bats. If you are interested in sending supplies to the bats, the Amazon wishlist is the place to be. ❤ 

We are currently most in need of bleach tabs, nature’s eradicator, dawn dish soap, isopropyl alcohol, paper towels, dixie cups, and most importantly decaffeinated black tea. Follow the link in the comments below to find these items and others that help us provide the best care to the bats! And be sure to check back every #WishlistWednesday to see what we currently need.
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Welcome Toot-toot! ❤️

This sweet Mexican freetail made her way to us today after being found all alone on a kind persons porch. This little rescue is a juvenile, and it is likely her very first winter, so she’s not very good a being a bat just yet and seems to have missed the migration bus. 

Toot-toot was alone and out in the cold, but thanks to her finder and the wonderful people over at the Big Country Wildlife Center in Abilene, she now has a warm and safe place to stay until the spring. Once she the cold season is over, she will be able to fly free out in the wild once again.
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Got someone you are just batty about? ❤️🦇

Valentine’s Day is a month away! If you are already looking for a little something for that special someone, be sure to check out the items, like the card below, in our Valentine’s Day Collection! 

(and maybe grab something for yourself too 😉)

These items not only help support the bats, but are made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

The link to see our collection is in the comments below!
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𝐁𝐮𝐭, 𝐈 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐡!!! Honey the hoary bat decided she needed to groom both Footloose, the now slightly soggy free tail, and Agave, the red bat that is about to lose his patience, lol. And yep, I'm going there: Anyone else remember mom spit baths? That was all the incentive I needed to not show up with dirt on my face 😆
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Happy Monday from Batman and his mealworm mustache! Apparently, this morning's mealworms were especially yummy. What was your yummy breakfast this morning? I'll start! I had a vegan peanut butter chocolate chip protein cookie ✌️💜🦇

*Never touch a bat bare handed! We are trained and vaccinated to handle bats. Wildlife rehabilitators sometimes forego gloves to gain better tactile sensitivity when caring for tiny patients 😊
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When you open the clinic insect bat enclosure gate to be met with the red bat version of bed head. ✌️💜🦇

The enclosure gate is structured such that tiny toes can not accidentally get caught when we open and close it. Even so, Agave likes to do all that he can to push  boundaries, lol. I'll admit, I'm still not sure about the dynamics used to achieve this look, but well played, Agave. Well played.
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𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝 ...
Tonight, it's Graham the Eastern red bat. But, I gotta say, usually it's me. I'm that friend. ✌️💜🦇
(Be sure to take a look at the foot, lol.)
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Live BAT CAMS

SPONSOR A BAT IN NEED

Sponsorships help us provide food and medical supplies for the bats who cannot be released back into the wild. Symbolically adopt the bat of your choice by sending a one-time donation of $35.00 (and adopt a second bat for just $25!). A great educational tool, and the perfect gift for bat enthusiasts! Please note: This program supports the bats pictured below (who will live out their lives with us) as well as other bats in need. Bats are occasionally retired due to old age or illness, but otherwise remain in the program for anyone who wishes to support them.

Click on a photo to sponsor any bat below!

SPONSORS RECEIVE:

  • A personalized adoption certificate
  • A matted 5″ x 7″ glossy photo of your bat
  • Your bat’s personal story
  • A graphic representing the size of your bat
  • The natural history of the species
  • An online subscription to Night Flight News emails.
  • A bat rescue card.
  • A myths and facts card.
  • A beautiful bookmark

Bella

Baxter

Ronan

The Captain

Benger the Avenger

Little Ernie

Sully

Tinkerbell

Lil Drac

Bootsanna

Cornelius

Gizmo