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 grounded

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

Texas – bat flying low

A bat was spotted flying low in a warehouse in Weatherford, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s […]

Texas – 6 bats trapped in dress shop

Six juvenile free-tailed bats were found trapped inside a dress shop in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued the bats, who were all dehydrated and a few were thin. There is […]

Utah – bat in yard

A bat was found in a homeowner’s yard in Moab, UT. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. […]