BAT WORLD SANCTUARY

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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.

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Add a little sparkle with a cause! ✨🦇
Our Crystal Bat Stud Earrings are now on sale 🛍️, and every purchase helps support the amazing batty residents at the sanctuary ❤️
Look good, do good, and show your love for our winged friends!

Shop now & make a difference → Link is in the comments!!

#SanctuarySupport #CrystalBatEarrings #ShopForACause #BatLoversUnite 🖤
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Guess what day it is?!
Frank Friday!!!
Frank is back in the spotlight after a little time behind the scenes — and what better way to return than with a soothing oil massage? Our rescued senior Jamaican fruit bat hasn’t gone anywhere… just been enjoying the quiet life.
But today, it’s all about Frank. 😍
#FrankFriday #BatSanctuary #SeniorBatCare #FruitBatLove #SanctuaryLife #BackInTheSpotlight
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As International Bat Appreciation day comes to a close, Sherman, a resident evening bat would like to remind you of the importance bats play in our every day lives. From seed dispersal to pest control, bats are so important to the fragile ecosystems we inhabit. 
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#batappreciationday #bat #batsanctuary #batsofinstagram #keystonespecies
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Happy #BatAppreciationDay! ❤🦇

If your day includes soap, shampoo, cosmetics, a toothbrush and toothpaste, coffee, margarine, paper or ink, cushions, wood furniture, fuel or lubricating fluids, rope or twine, timber, boats or canoes, ornamental trees, life saving medicines, air fresheners, candles, rubber, chewing gum, spices, vegetables, fruits, chocolate or even margaritas or beer, you are not only involved with bats, you are dependent upon bats. Bats pollinate or disperse the seeds of many valuable plants and trees including wild banana, avocado, date, fig, mango, eucalyptus and balsa wood, just to name a few. It is the fruit bats that are responsible for 98% of the reforestation of the world’s rain forests (the lungs of our planet). Without fruit bats we would lose entire forests without felling a single tree.

About seventy percent of all bats are insect eaters that feed on a tremendous diversity of bugs including the pests that consume the crops we need to survive. Each bat is capable of eating a whopping 5,000 insects per night; a lactating female will eat twice that amount. The 20 million bats (the single largest warm blooded mammal colony population on earth), that roost at Bracken Cave in Texas, eat 200 tons of insects each summer evening. Bats eat crop pests that cost farmers billions of dollars annually.  Insect control by bats keeps down prices of fruits and vegetables at the market place.

Bats are a keystone species and they have long played essential roles in our lives. Their loss today would compromise the health and stability of our environment.  Bat Appreciation Day is a tribute to these little agricultural vacuum cleaners in the sky, controllers of fruit flies, dispersers of seeds, and pollinators of products we both need and desire. 

Thank you, dear bats, we would be lost without you. 

#skypuppy #batrescue #batsanctuary #bats #Environment
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The Captain was not interested in melon treats when he had his own chunk of watermelon 🍉 to munch on! 
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#bat #bats #batsofinstagram #thecaptain #flyingfox #skypuppy #batsanctuary #batworld #batworldsanctuary
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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 laundry detergent pods, dish soap, plastic sheeting, apple juice, and milk thistle supplement. Follow the link in the bio 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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Today's Toesy Tuesday tootsies are brought to you by Graham the Eastern red bat. Not to be outdone by his pal Pomfrit, who is becoming well known for her yoga programs, Graham offered his tiny toes for your enjoyment and appreciation on this fine Tuesday. ✌️💜🦇

Never handle bats (or any other wildlife, for that matter) bare handed, even in cases such as this. We are trained and vaccinated and sometimes forego gloves for better tactile sensitivity when handling our tiny patients.
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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