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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Canada – bat found in yard

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

Texas – bat found in yard

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

Texas – bat at gym

A free-tailed bat was found at a gym in Mineral Wells, TX. We rescued him but unfortunately he died on the way back to the Bat World facility. We provided […]

Texas – bat in flower bed

A bat was found in a flower bed near Austin, TX. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained rescuer in the finder’s area. […]