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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Texas – bat accidentally stepped on

In Killeen, TX, someone realized that a little bat had been accidentally stepped on and called us right away. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]

New Jersey – baby bat found in barn

A home owner in Old Wicks, NJ, came across an abandoned bat pup in their barn. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained […]

Texas – bats on sidewalk

A bat was found lying on the side walk in Mineral Wells, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right away. […]

Texas – bat found in apartment walkway

An evening bat was found grounded in an apartment walkway in Dallas, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located several Bat World Sanctuary trained […]

Texas – grounded bat found on porch

A red bat was found on a family’s porch in Decatur, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located several Bat World Sanctuary trained rescuers […]