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- brown bat found grounded

A young brown bat pup was picked up by an animal control office in Sachse, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the pup and located a bat […]

Texas- baby bat found in pool

A young bat pup was found struggling in a pool in Sherman, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat as well as contact information for a […]

Texas – bat found grounded

A bat was found grounded in Cisco, TX. The bat was already contained, so we gave temporary care instructions, and contact information for closest rescuers. The finder was instructed to […]

Florida – baby bat found at department store

A baby bat was found clinging to the wall of a Michael’s store in Naples, Florida. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the pup and located a bat […]

Texas- red bat pup attacked by birds

A young Eastern red bat pup was found grounded and being attacked by birds in Brownsville, Texas. Thankfully he was uninjured. We provided guidance as seen on this link on how to […]