BAT WORLD SANCTUARY

Our new oxygen machine has arrived!

Last week, we ran a fundraiser to help cover the cost of a new oxygen concentrator, a vital piece of equipment that we use often with bats that are struggling with pneumonia and other respiratory illnesses. Our old unit was on its last leg, and a new one was desperately needed. You guys came through exactly when we needed you, and completely covered the cost of the new one! Thank you all SO much. Thanks to you, countless bats will be given the therapy and care they need in order to thrive. <3

It`s 5$ Friday! ❤️

This weeks 5$ feature is a bat that everyone knows and loves, Captain, the Indian flying fox. The Captain was retired to us at the age of 16 from a zoo in 2019. Captain was born and raised in captivity, where he lived in a very small enclosure with many other unneutered male bats, constantly having to fight for food. When he arrived at Bat World he was very shy and apprehensive, and even a bit aggressive at times. Fortunately, Captain quickly became curious of his new surroundings and began to explore. Once he realized he had a big flight enclosure to stretch his wings, plenty of enrichment and puzzles to play with, and caring staff members to give him treats, his true personality began to show.

Captain grew less and less afraid and began to thrive in his new home. He is now 21 years old, and is living life to the fullest! Captain had never been around other bats of his own species, and has been quick to make friends with the Florida flying foxes since their arrival a few months ago. He is a sweet, gentle boy who enjoys his treat puzzles in the evening and is never one to turn down a melon snack.
Captain has been through a lot, but he knows now that he is safe here with his friends at the sanctuary. Caretakers give around the clock care to Captain and others just like him, insuring that all his need are met.

Your donations, even just $5, means the world to the bats. All proceeds go towards medication and medical supplies, fruit, cleaning supplies, and other necessities to make the sanctuary a home for bats like Captain.

Hey you, yes you!❤️🦇

We just wanted to take a moment to give a big batty thank you to all of our supporters. We simply could not make all of this possible without you. From sharing our media, donating, helping educate, volunteering, and making sure bats in need get to rehabbers, these are all crucial to our cause and helps us save as many bats as we can.

So yes, even if you only heart reacted a super cute photo of a bat, or only donated $5, it makes a HUGE impact, and we could not be more grateful for it. And most importantly, it means the world to the bats that come into our care. Whether they are rehabilitated and released or will receive permanent sanctuary with us, they are able to get the care they need thanks to you.

From all of us here at Bat World Sanctuary, thank you! 🥰

Did you know that we have an Amazon Wishlist? It is updated with much-needed items that are used in caring for our rescued bats.
Amazon Wishlist donations are an easy way to support the bats you have come to love and enjoy watching on our social media pages.
Right now we are in need of laundry detergent sheets, laundry detergent pods, and batteries for our headlamps! These items are used by staff daily and are a crucial part of keeping the sanctuary squeaky clean! ❤️
If you would like to donate through our Amazon Wishlist, please follow the link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3S73F93YMNPZW

Got a gift for your valentine? ❤️🦇

There is just over 2 weeks until Valentine`s Day! If you have yet to get a one, or just want to add a batty gift, we got you covered.

Click the link below and check out the collection. Hey, you might even find a little something for yourself, there`s enough love to go around! 😁

https://batworldstore.org/collections/valentines-day