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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Texas – 5 bats found in boutique

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

California – Bat on front door

A bat was found clinging to a homeowner’s door in Yucca Valley, CA. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the […]

California – Bat flying in mall

A bat was seen flying through a mall in Modesto, CA. The bat then flew into Apple store where an employee was able to contain it and give us a […]

Florida – Bat found in yard

A bat was found lying in a yard in Lehigh Acres, FL. The home owner quickly gave us a call. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat […]

Texas – bat in barber shop

A bat was found inside a local barber shop in Mineral Wells, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and sent a transport volunteer right away. […]

Texas – bat found at coffee bar

An employee called us from a local coffee and cocktail bar in Mineral Wells, TX after discovering a bat in their café. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the […]