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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Oklahoma – evening bat found in kitchen

A couple in Ponca City, OK found an evening bat pup on the kitchen floor while cooking breakfast. The pup was orphaned and emaciated. We provided guidance on how to […]

Texas – baby bat found in living room

A man in Jacksonville, TX found a baby bat in his living room hanging on to his TV. The baby bat was extremely emaciated and dehydrated. We gave guidance on […]

Louisiana – baby bat found on driveway

An individual in Denham Springs, LA found a baby bat on her driveway. The pup was orphaned and dehydrated. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and […]

Arkansas – bat pup found grounded

A lone bat pup was found Fort Smith, Arkansas lying helplessly in the grass. Fortunately for the little pup, a passerby noticed the little one in the grass and quickly […]

Washington – bat found in street

A local in Seattle, WA discovered a bat lying in the street, cold and wet from the rain. We provided guidance on how to safely contain the bat and located […]

Iowa – bat with broken wing

A little bat in Cedar Rapids, IA found himself injured with a severely broken wing. A local thankfully came to the bat's aid, and quickly scooped him into a plastic […]

Ohio – baby bat found orphaned

A passerby in Akron, OH noticed something odd looking in the bushes. Upon further inspection, they were heartbroken to find a deceased bat. However, there was a little baby still […]

Georgia – bat found in elementary school

A teacher in Old Moon Beach, GA discovered a bat in the hall of her elementary school. The bat most likely entered the building and found itself lost. We provided […]