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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Indiana – Bat caught in house

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

South Dakota- bat found in garage

An emaciated bat was found grounded in a homeowners garage in Rapid City, South Dakota. The homeowner, concerned for the bats welfare, gave us a call hoping we could help. […]

Arizona- bat pup falls onto moving car

A young Mexican free-tail pup fell from her roost and landed onto the hood of a car driving beneath in Kingman, Arizona. Unable to find a local rescuer, the finder […]

Texas- young bat found in bathroom sink

A juvenile Mexican free-tail bat was found cowering in a homeowners bathroom sink in Mineral Wells, Texas. The homeowners closed off the bathroom and immediately gave us a call, and […]

Colorado- brown bat found in yard

A little brown bat was found on a patio table in Longmont, Colorado. Unable to fly, the little one sat and waited for help. The homeowner, being a bat lover […]