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 – bat found in fire place

A lady in  Spring, TX , found a bat in her fireplace. The bat had crawled in the ignition area of the fireplace. We advised to keep a look out […]

New Hampshire- bat found grounded

A man in New Hampshire called about a bat that he had found on the ground. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located a bat-trained […]

Texas- 2 bats found on front porch

A lady in Lufkin, TX found a momma bat with her baby bat tucked under her wing on her front porch grounded. We provided guidance on how to safely contain […]

South Carolina- pup found on deck

A lady in Blythewood, SC,  found a pup on her deck. Mom was nowhere to be found, so we provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located […]

Indiana – bat found on ground

A lady in Cates, IN found a bat on the ground late at night the bat was not taking flight and she was concerned for the well-being and safety of […]

South Carolina- pup found on front porch

A lady in Simpsonville, SC found a baby bat on her front porch. The baby bat is orphaned and needed to have assistance right away. We provided guidance on how […]