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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Colorado – bat found at university

A bat was found by a student grounded at a university in Breckenridge, CO. The student, concerned for the bats safety, gave us a call seeking local help. We provided […]

Colorado – bat found at workplace

An injured evening bat was found grounded at an individual's workplace in Westminster, CO. The finder, having been a follower of ours for many years, knew exactly what to do […]

Georgia – injured bat in backyard

An injured Eastern red bat was found in a homeowner's backyard in Rome, GA. The homeowner reached out to us, as she was unable to find anyone local to help. […]

Texas – three bats found in barber shop

Three Mexican free-tail bats were found trapped inside of a barbed shop in downtown Mineral Wells, Texas. We sent a transport volunteer out right away to collect them. The bats […]

Texas – bat found in dress shop

A thin and dehydrated Mexican free-tail was found trapped inside of a dress shop in downtown Mineral Wells, Texas. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]