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 – baby bat found grounded

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

Indiana – bats falling from roost

Bats were falling from a bat house in Indianapolis, IN that was apparently overheating. We provided contact info for a local rescuer as to how to safely place healthy bats […]

Texas – bats falling from bat house

Baby and adult bats were falling from a bat house in Grapevine, TX. The bats were overcrowded and overheating.  We provided contact info for our rescue volunteers as to how […]

Texas – bat found on porch

A bat was found on a porch in San Antonio, TX. the homeowner quickly gave us a call, wanting to ensure the little bat got the help it needed. We […]