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. 

Texas—bat found on patio

Bat was found grounded and crawling on a patio in Guthrie, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat trained rescuer in the […]

Idaho- bat found on lake shore

A little brown bat was found crawling along the lake shore in Priest Lake, Idaho. The finder gently lifted it with a piece of flat bark into a tree but […]

Oregon—bat found on ground

Hoary bat found upside down on ground with wings opened. Thankfully the bat was uninjured and likely just chased from tree by a blue jay or crow. We provided guidance on […]