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. 

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Ohio – baby bat found grounded

A baby bat was found on the ground in Wetmore, OH. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. […]

California – bat pup found grounded

A baby bat was found grounded in a homeowner’s yard in Cathedral City, CA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]

Texas – bat pup found grounded

A baby bat was found grounded in a homeowner’s yard in Spring, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the […]

Kansas – bat pup found grounded

A baby bat was found grounded in a homeowner’s yard in Topeka,. KS . We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in […]

Florida – bat found on porch

A bat was found lying on a porch in Duval County, FL. The finder gave us a call and we provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]

Arkansas- bat pup found grounded

An emaciated pup was discovered lying on the ground in Fairfield Bay, Arkansas. It appeared to have fallen from it's colony and the mother was gone. We provided guidance on […]

Iowa – bat found in basement

A home owner in Ames, Iowa came across a lone bat in their basement. Not knowing what to do, they gave us a call. We provided guidance on how to […]