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 – bat found on house for two days

A bat was seen clinging on the side of a house in Cincinnati, OH and the finder finally decided to call us. We provided guidance on how to safely contain […]

Florida – bat at amusement park

A bat was found grounded at an amusement park in Brooksville, FL. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]

New Jersey – bats found in sink

Two baby bats were found in a homeowner's sink in Morganville, NJ. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]

Utah – bat with injured wing in stairwell

A couple found a bat with an injured wing in the stairwell of their apartment. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer […]