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- juvenile bat found hanging under window sill

A juvenile Mexican free-tailed bat was found hanging under a window sill in Lometa, Texas. The bat was weak and dehydrated after hanging for hours, exposed to the hot Texas […]

Minnesota- bat found grounded in garage

A bat was found grounded and dehydrated inside a garage in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat trained rescuer in the […]