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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Wisconsin – bat found on barn floor

A bat was found grounded on a barn floor near Madison, WI. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]

Ohio – two bats found in bucket

Two bats were found in a bucket in Loveland, OH. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bats and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. The […]

Louisiana – bat stuck on fly paper

A woman found a bat stuck to fly paper in Caddo, LA. Wearing gloves and working carefully, she used coconut oil to remove the bat from the paper. We provided […]

Indiana – 2 bats found on porch

A homeowner found 2 bat pups on her porch in Fort Wayne, IN. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bats and located a bat-trained rescuer in the […]

Texas – bat hit by ceiling fan

A bat was found flying in a home in Ennis, TX. The owner neglected to turn off the ceiling fan so the bat could escape through an open door. The […]