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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California  –  bat found on sidewalk

A bat was found on a hot sidewalk in a park in Long Beach, CA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer […]

Alaska – baby bat found grounded

A baby bat was found in a remote area of Alaska. He was rescued by the finder (a nurse) who then contacted us. We worked via phone with her for […]

Massachusetts – bat on ground

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

Maryland – baby bat on ground

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