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. 

Bulgaria- three bat pups found grounded- photo available

Three orphaned bat pups were found in Sophia, Bulgaria. The finders contacted Bat World Bulgaria, where they received guidance on safely containing the pups for rescue. The babies were then […]

Texas – bat found over doorway

A juvenile Eastern red bat, who was likely just learning to fly, picked out a poor spot to roost in Dallas, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain […]

Texas- juvenile red bat found- photo available

A young Eastern red bat was found grounded in Waco, Texas after attempting to fly for the first time. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]

Texas- Seminole bat stuck in tree- photo available

A juvenile Seminole bat was found grounded near Houston, Texas. The finders attempted to contain the bat, only for the youngster to try and fly into a nearby tree. With […]

Wisconsin – baby bat found in warehouse

An infant bat was found inside of a warehouse in Milwaukee, WI. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat trained rescuer in the […]