Rescue Log

In addition to the 700 permanent residents cared for daily at Bat World Sanctuary, the following bats were rescued and released back to the wild (or were provided permanent sanctuary with us if they were not releasable). Also logged are the rescues we directly assisted with nationally and internationally. Click on the entry to see any photos or videos that are available. 

Washington—bat found on log pile

A bat was found in a pile of logs near Bothell, WA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuer […]

Florida—bat found by garage—photo attached

A bat was found laying outside a homeowner's garage in Tampa, FL. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat trained rescuer in the […]

Texas—evening bat found grounded—photo available

An evening bat was found grounded after strong storms passed through McKinney, TX. He was rescued by Bat World MidCities and was very frightened and stressed on arrival, He is […]