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.
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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 paper Dixie cups, laundry detergent, and most importantly unscented dish soap. 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.
Our older bats need your help!
The "Geribatric" enclosure is no longer suitable for our precious oldsters. We need to raise the funds to build a new enclosure that will be larger and easier to clean, with the ability to be raised and lowered from the ceiling (unlike the current enclosure which is permanently attached to the ceiling). Why the ceiling? Because the Geribatric ward is located inside the flight enclosure so the older bats can still feel part of their original home with the younger flighted bats, but in a safer situation. Our contractor is already hard at work creating the new design, which will also be made of lighter weight materials that can be easily sanitized with no chance of warping. 🎉
The rescued bats in this video include those who have been retired from zoos and rescued from research. Please help if you can, and if you can`t, please share! ❤️
Think those classes on geometry and physics were wasted? Well, grab a snack, because this Egyptian demonstrating her application of both is worth the watch! She dumped treats from the tiny treat bucket onto her abdomen and, strategically balancing from said bucket, proceeded to munch her snacks without a care in the world! While I was suitably impressed, the carrolias flitting around were not, lol. Don`t worry, though - there were treats to be had throughout the enclosure ✌️💜🦇
Happiest of Mondays from Daisy, a sweet little rescued Egyptian fruit bat! 🥰
Daisy resides here in our GerBATric ward, and loves when her caregivers come to bring her treats. She also hopes you do something today to treat yourself! ❤️
The chonk is strong with this one, lol. Let`s all take a moment to admire Cirrus` bodacious bat booty! This little free-tailed bat suffered a compound fracture that left her unable to fly. She responded by quickly learning to self-feed and now spends most of her time munching from a mealworm bowl - in case you hadn`t already figured that out! 🤣
Who`s up for a relaxing Saturday night massage? While our fruit bats come from all manner of situations, including zoos and the exotic pet trade, most of our very old boys like Franklin here came from a research lab. Franklin`s days of being poked and prodded and exposed to any unknown manner of chemicals and conditions is long gone, and thanks to your support, he now spends his days getting jojoba oil massages and being hand-fed peeled grapes - um - I mean melon treats. If you can donate to help us keep Franklin and his friends in jojoba oil and melon treats, all of us would be grateful! As always, we sincerely thank you for the many ways that you support our work saving bats, and thank you especially for loving little guys like Franklin ✌️💜🦇
Link in comments!
The people have spoken! As requested, the Harold’s Butt mouse pad is now available in the Bat World Store! 😆
We are stoked that everyone got such a kick out of it, and I know mine certainly makes me chuckle just about every time I see it. Come on, be honest with yourself. You *need* a Harold’s Butt mouse pad!
Follow the link in the comments below to grab yours! ❤️
Welcome Choo-Choo! ❤️🦇
Big Country Wildlife Rehabilitation Center came to the rescue once again for yet another young Mexican freetail this week. Just like our previous rescue, Toot-Toot, this little one was found by some kind people who got in touch with Big Country Wildlife Rehabilitation Center to get Choo-Choo some help!
This curious little bat, with a big personality, is now in our care thanks to their help. Choo-Choo going to be hanging out with Toot-Toot and all his new friends until the spring when he and Toot-Toot can be released together. ❤️
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
