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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Ohio – Bat found grounded in driveway

While leaving a family member's home, a woman in Toledo, OH noticed a strange-looking animal lying helplessly on the driveway. She immediately went to the animal's aid, and after discovering […]

Idaho – brown bat found in yard

A homeowner called from Twin Falls, ID after their mother's dog alerted to something in the yard. It was a little brown bat, desperately hopping along the grass, trying to […]